01 Word definition

clever

6 letters · 2 vowels · 4 consonants

Is CLEVER a word?

Yes. CLEVER is a 6-letter adjective. showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others Check the official dictionary for your particular word game before playing it.

Correct spelling

How do you spell CLEVER?

C-L-E-V-E-R

CLEVER contains 6 letters, begins with C, and ends with R.

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Meaning and definition

1adjective

  1. showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

    a cagey lawyer

2adjective

  1. mentally quick and resourceful

    an apt pupil
Synonyms
cageycagycannyapt
Source: Open English WordNet 2025 (CC BY 4.0) ↗
Scrabble score11points
Words With Friends14points
Word length6letters

02 Letter breakdown

How is CLEVER spelled?

C1L2E3V4E5R6
Starts withCLEFirst 3 letters
Ends withVERLast 3 letters
Unique letters5Repeats E
Vowel balance2 / 4Vowels / consonants

03 Word-game status

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Base tile value: 11 points. Confirm eligibility in the official word list used for your region and edition.

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FAQ Quick answers

About CLEVER.

How do you spell CLEVER?

CLEVER is spelled C-L-E-V-E-R. It contains 6 letters.