Cunning detective Synonyms

Definitions for Cunning


  • (adjective) clever at attaining one's ends by indirect and often deceptive means
  • (adjective) skillful with the hands
  • (noun) skill in achieving one's ends through indirect, subtle, or underhanded means

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public