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Definition artful in British English

artful adjective

adjective
/ˈɑː(r)tf(ə)l/
1

skilled at achieving an effect or getting something from people, especially in a dishonest way

Example

an artful evasion of responsibility

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2

done using art or skill

Example

an artful performance/photograph

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Definition artful in British English