What does sleight mean?
Sleight means Cunning; craft; artful practice..
Sleight
/slaɪt/ · noun
Meaning
Cunning; craft; artful practice..
Definitions by Sense
- Cunning; craft; artful practice.
- (countable) An artful trick; sly artifice; a feat so dexterous that the manner of performance escapes observation.
- Dexterous practice; dexterity; skill.
Example Sentences
If men have so many sleights to compass their matters, how can the compasser himself hold his fingers?
Synonyms for sleight
Antonyms for sleight
Related Words
Word Forms
- sleights
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sleight?
Common synonyms include dexterity, manual dexterity.
What is the opposite of sleight?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sleight in a sentence?
If men have so many sleights to compass their matters, how can the compasser himself hold his fingers?
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