ALL meanings of cannily
can·ny
C c - adverb cannily in a canny manner 3
- adjective cannily careful; cautious; prudent: a canny reply. 1
- adjective cannily astute; shrewd; knowing; sagacious: a canny negotiator. 1
- adjective cannily skilled; expert. 1
- adjective cannily frugal; thrifty: a canny housewife. 1
- adjective cannily Scot. safe to deal with, invest in, or work at (usually used with a negative). gentle; careful; steady. snug; cozy; comfortable. pleasing; attractive. Archaic. having supernatural or occult powers. 1
- adverb cannily in a canny manner. 1
- adverb cannily Scot. carefully; cautiously. 1