Meaning of the word conniving in English

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conniving

US /kəˈnaɪ.vɪŋ/
UK /kəˈnaɪ.vɪŋ/

Adjective

given to or involved in conspiring to do something immoral, illegal, or harmful

Example:
The conniving politician secretly plotted against his rivals.
Her conniving smile suggested she had a hidden agenda.
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