Meanings (ES + gloss)
diestro • habiloso • hábil • ingenioso
Exhibiting or using much art or skill; dexterous; skilful.
His warming on this topic, which to one unacquainted with his pursuits and tastes appeared like courage; together with his artful suppression of his own secret hopes, and mention o…
The policeman on the beat moved up the avenue impressively. […] Trying doors as he went, twirling his club with many intricate and artful movements, turning now and then to cast hi…
artero • astuto • ladino • taimado
Skilful at using dishonest or unfair means to achieve a purpose; crafty, cunning.
"Now, this is a very artful dog," said Mr. Boffin, with a deep look. "This is a longer-headed schemer than I thought him.["]
Here, again, were shadows on the window-blind of guests assembling; and there a group of handsome girls, all hooded and fur-booted, and all chattering at once, tripped lightly off…
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