canniness

The word “canniness” has 3 syllables: can-ni-ness

It's pronounced as /ˈkænɪnəs/


What is synonym and antonym for canniness?

In the thesaurus, “canniness” has 9 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for canniness along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for canniness

  • acumen
  • artfulness
  • astuteness
  • cunning
  • intelligence
  • shrewdness
  • subtlety
  • wiliness
  • wit

Antonyms for canniness

  • artlessness
  • greenness
  • guilelessness
  • ingenuousness
  • innocence
  • naiveness
  • naivete
  • simplemindedness
  • simpleness
  • simplicity
  • unsophistication
  • unworldliness

Example Sentences

  • The canniness of her business decisions helped her build a successful empire.
  • His canniness in negotiations ensured that the company got the best deal.
  • The canniness of the strategist allowed the team to outmaneuver their competition.
  • She admired his canniness in spotting opportunities where others saw risks.
  • The canniness of their marketing campaign led to a significant increase in sales.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to canniness, such as: acumen, artfulness, artlessness, astuteness, cunning, greenness, guilelessness.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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