Wily

4 lettersadjectivemoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

Skilled at using clever tricks and stratagems to achieve one's aims.

“The wily old fox of a politician avoided every question with disarming charm.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

wil·y

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Synonyms

craftycunningdodgy foxyguilefulknavishslicksly

Antonyms

naiveguilelessartless

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

W-I-L-Y ends in Y, which limits common Wordle patterns and makes the word harder to guess

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Scrabble

Y scores 4 points, WILY earns 10 points and is compact enough to fit on a crowded board

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wild will

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waily winly wlity

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