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clever

Pronunciation: [ˈklɛvər]

Word

Learn how to use clever in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “intelligence”

(adjective) when someone is smart and good at thinking quickly. A clever person can solve problems in unique ways.

Example

She came up with a clever solution to the math puzzle.

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He wasn't clever enough to think of a way to fix his mistake.

Example

Can you think of a clever way to solve this problem?

Context: “ingenuity”

(adjective) when someone shows creativity or makes new ideas. It's like being resourceful or imaginative.

Example

The clever design of the toy made it fun to play with.

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The project lacked a clever approach and felt very ordinary.

Example

What clever ideas do you have for the school science fair?

Context: “wit”

(adjective) when someone is funny in a smart way. A clever joke makes you think and laugh at the same time.

Example

His clever jokes always make everyone laugh.

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Her attempts at clever humor fell flat and no one laughed.

Example

Have you heard any clever jokes lately?

How to pronounce clever

Pronunciation: [ˈklɛvər]

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