The difference between Clever and Slow-witted
When used as adjectives, clever means nimble with hands or body, whereas slow-witted means lacking a keen or swift intellect, not too bright or not too swift.
check bellow for the other definitions of Clever and Slow-witted
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Clever as an adjective:
Nimble with hands or body; skillful; adept.
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Clever as an adjective:
Resourceful, sometimes to the point of cunning.
Examples:
"'clever like a fox"
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Clever as an adjective:
Smart, intelligent, or witty; mentally quick or sharp.
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Clever as an adjective:
Showing inventiveness or originality; witty.
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Clever as an adjective (anthropology, of an Aboriginal Australian):
Possessing magical abilities.
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Clever as an adjective (obsolete):
Fit; suitable; having propriety.
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Clever as an adjective (obsolete):
Well-shaped; handsome.
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Clever as an adjective (US, dated):
Good-natured; obliging.
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Clever as an adjective (UK, colloquial):
Fit and healthy; free from fatigue or illness.
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Slow-witted as an adjective:
Lacking a keen or swift intellect, not too bright or not too swift.
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