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clever Synonyms

Another word for clever

Choosing another word for clever depends on context, so the 28 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Quick to understand, learn, and devise or apply ideas; mentally bright and resourceful.

Usage Example

"The intelligent student quickly figured out a shortcut to solve the complex algebra problem."

Strongest
intelligent
smart
bright
quick-witted
sharp
Strong
astute
shrewd
resourceful
brilliant
apt

• adjective (Context 2)

Showing inventiveness, originality, or witty ingenuity in design, construction, or expression.

Usage Example

"The architect came up with a ingenious solution to maximize natural light in the narrow hallway."

Strongest
ingenious
inventive
Strong
imaginative
witty
original
creative
nifty
adroit
crafty
inspired

• adjective (Context 3)

Skilled at doing something physically; nimble or dexterous with one's hands or body.

Usage Example

"She has always been very dexterous with her hands, effortlessly repairing delicate antique watches."

Strongest
dexterous
deft
nimble
adroit
skillful
adept
Strong
handy
agile
proficient

Opposites of clever

The opposite of clever shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

clumsy
stupid
unintelligent
unimaginative
foolish
awkward
unoriginal
dull
See all opposites of clever

• Nearby Words

clerkship
clerodendrum
clethra
clever
cleverly
cleverness
cliche

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clever. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clever
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