Slyly
5 lettersadverbUpdated June 2026
Definition
in a cunning and secretive way
“She slyly changed the subject to avoid the question.”
Pronunciation
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Synonyms
craftilycunninglyfoxilyknavishlytrickilyartfully
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"Slyly" repeats a letter (3 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. With no vowels, it is best saved until you have placed the vowels.
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"Slyly" is worth 11 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.
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