What is the meaning of knavish?

adjective

  • Marked by skill in deception.
    • usage: "cunning men often pass for wise"; "deep political machinations"; "a foxy scheme"; "a slick evasive answer"; "sly as a fox"; "tricky Dick"; "a wily old attorney"
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