What does CLUEY mean?

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Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: (informal) having or showing intelligence or understanding, especially in a particular area or field.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈklu.i/ UK: /ˈkluː.i/

Origin and Usage: The word "cluey" is an informal adjective that originated in Australia in the 1960s. It is derived from the noun "clue," which means a piece of evidence or information used in the detection of a crime or solving of a mystery. The word "cluey" is often used in a positive sense to describe someone who is intelligent, knowledgeable, or skilled in a particular area or field.

Synonyms: clever, intelligent, knowledgeable, perceptive, sharp, smart, wise

Related Words: clued, clues, gluey, luces, yclad

Example Sentences:

• Shes a cluey businesswoman who knows how to make a profit.
• Hes a cluey investor who always knows which stocks to buy.
• The detective was very cluey and was able to solve the case quickly.