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subdolo

cunning

adjective SOOB-doh-loh Rare

Also means

sly

Usage Note

Subdolo carries a distinctly negative tone, describing a person who is devious or underhand — someone who pursues their aims through deception rather than openly. It is stronger than furbo (clever/crafty) and closer to 'treacherous.' Use it for people or plans, not for objects.

Examples

"Ha un carattere subdolo e difficile."

Natural Translation

He has a cunning and difficult character.

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