Sly
(adjective)
- Clever or cunning, especially in a deceptive or underhanded way.
- Showing a willingness to take advantage of opportunities; shrewd.
Origin:
From the old english word "slic" meaning "clever, cunning".
Examples:
- He had a sly grin on his face.
- She was too sly for him to catch.
- The sly fox outsmarted the hunters.
- He was known for his sly tactics.
- The sly salesman tried to cheat us.