ALL meanings of canniness
can·ny
C c - noun canniness the quality of being canny 3
- noun canniness The state or quality of being canny. 1
- adjective canniness careful; cautious; prudent: a canny reply. 1
- adjective canniness astute; shrewd; knowing; sagacious: a canny negotiator. 1
- adjective canniness skilled; expert. 1
- adjective canniness frugal; thrifty: a canny housewife. 1
- adjective canniness Scot. safe to deal with, invest in, or work at (usually used with a negative). gentle; careful; steady. snug; cozy; comfortable. pleasing; attractive. Archaic. having supernatural or occult powers. 1
- adverb canniness in a canny manner. 1
- adverb canniness Scot. carefully; cautiously. 1