Cunnier: meaning, definitions and examples
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cunnier
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comparative form
Cunnier is a comparative form of the adjective 'cunny,' which is an informal and somewhat archaic term that can refer to being clever or shrewd. In this sense, 'cunnier' implies that someone is more clever or crafty than another individual.
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Examples of usage
- She is cunning, but her brother is even cunnier.
- In their rivalry, he always tried to be cunnier than his opponents.
- The cunning fox was the cunnier of the two animals.
Etymology
The term 'cunny' derives from Middle English, originally denoting an experience of slyness or shrewdness. Its roots can be traced back to the Old French word 'con,' which meant clever or cunning. Over the centuries, the term has evolved in usage and connotation. The comparative form 'cunnier' emerged as a natural grammatical evolution in English when comparing two or more subjects. While the use of 'cunny' has diminished in modern English, the comparative 'cunnier' still evokes a sense of crafty cleverness when used in literary prose or colloquial conversation.