Guile ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Guile ( noun )

Cunning or deceitful intelligence.

Origin:

Middle english, from old french guile, from latin astutia, from astus.

Examples:

1. Despite his guile, he was not able to cheat his way out of the situation.
2. She had a guile that allowed her to always get her way.
3. He was able to succeed through guile rather than brute force.
4. The guile of the con artist was impressive, but ultimately led to his downfall.
5. He had no guile, and was always honest and straightforward.

(As a verb)

Guile ( verb )

Cunning or deceitful intelligence.

Origin:

Middle english, from old french guile, from latin astutia, from astus.

Examples:

1. Despite his guile, he was not able to cheat his way out of the situation.
2. She had a guile that allowed her to always get her way.
3. He was able to succeed through guile rather than brute force.
4. The guile of the con artist was impressive, but ultimately led to his downfall.
5. He had no guile, and was always honest and straightforward.