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conniving

/kɑːnˈvaɪvɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does conniving mean?

adjective

Having or showing a clever and cunning intention to deceive or cheat someone; plotting or scheming.

Example

"The company's conniving tactics to avoid paying taxes were exposed by the media."

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