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guile

UK/gail/US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

n.

Clever but dishonest cunning used to deceive others; craftiness.

狡猾,诡计,欺诈

Root Breakdown

Native English
guileother
=guile

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The con artist used guile and charm to defraud innocent investors.

  • 2.

    She accomplished the goal through guile rather than direct confrontation.

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