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Clever

/ˈklevə/
Having a quick, intelligent, or witty mind capable of producing smart solutions or ideas.

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Be infinitely cleverer and not half so conceited."Well, you have to be the cleverest rodent I've ever encountered."'You are not very clever, Israel,' answered Silver.

Etymology:

etymology
Originating from the Middle English term cliver, influenced by East Frisian dialect klüfer, meaning skillful or adroit, establishing modern usage in the late 16th century.

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