The meaning of CANNY is clever, shrewd; also : prudent. How to use canny in a sentence.

CANNY definition: 1. thinking quickly and cleverly, especially in business or financial matters: 2. good or…. Learn more.

In contemporary usage, canny is a synonym for shrewd. Both words mean smart or sharp-witted, but they also suggest that someone is smart in a self-serving and possibly even tricky way. …

A canny person is clever and able to think quickly. He was far too canny to risk giving himself away.

Canny definition: Careful and shrewd, especially where one's own interests are concerned.

canny - showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others; "a cagey lawyer"; "too clever to be sound"

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. in a …

What does the word canny mean? There are 16 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word canny, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and …

Definition of canny adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. intelligent, careful and showing good judgement, especially in business or politics. He was canny enough to see …

A canny person is clever and able to think quickly. You can also describe a person's behavior as canny.