Definitions

canny

[kan-ee] / ˈkæn i /

ADJECTIVE

clever, artful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adroit astute cagey cautious discreet frugal ingenious intelligent judicious prudent shrewd skillful sly subtle wise

WEAK

able acute careful circumspect cunning dexterous foxy having fancy footwork hep knowing nimble-witted perspicacious quick quick-witted sagacious slick slippery smart smooth street smart streetwise wary watchful with it worldly-wise

Antonyms

STRONGEST

awkward careless foolish hasty honest idiotic ignorant imbecile imprudent incautious inept open rash reckless stupid thoughtless uncareful unintelligent unskilled unwise

WEAK

silly

Example Sentences

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His company, Canny Creative, doesn't have a dress code.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2025

His first attorney, Paula Canny, withdrew in late May, citing a conflict of interest that she declined to disclose.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2023

Ms Canny said Mr Momeni was not a US citizen and faced deportation to Iran, the San Francisco Standard reported.

From BBC • May 18, 2023

A plea hearing on Tuesday was continued until May 18 after Momeni’s defense attorney, Paula Canny, asked for more time.

From Washington Times • May 2, 2023

Suspicion at first fell upon Sir Aubert de Canny, who had good reason for hating the deceased duke.

From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 1. No 1, June 1850 by Various

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