Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sliest

Adjective
/slaɪ.ɛst/
Definition
The superlative form of sly, meaning most cunning or clever in a deceitful way.
Examples
  • The sliest of the foxes managed to sneak into the henhouse without being detected.
  • She had the sliest smile, which made us wonder what she was truly thinking.
  • With his sliest tactics, he outsmarted his competitors in the business game.
Meaning
Having the quality of being crafty or deceitful, often in a way that is not immediately obvious.
Synonyms
  • Craftiest
  • Cunningest
  • Deceptive
  • Trickiest
  • Wiliest