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guile

/ˈɡaɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does guile mean?

noun

A person or thing intended to deceive or cheat; a clever trick or stratagem. A person who is cunning and deceitful.

Example

"The con artist used guile to convince the victim to hand over their money."

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