Homonym: Wily (Cunning)
"Wily" refers to someone who is clever and skilled at using their intelligence to achieve their goals, often in a cunning or deceptive way. This trait can be seen in various contexts, such as literature, where characters like Odysseus from Homer's Odyssey are celebrated for their cleverness and resourcefulness.
In everyday life, a wily person might navigate tricky situations by outsmarting others or finding creative solutions to problems. While being wily can be advantageous, it can also lead to mistrust if others perceive the individual as manipulative or untrustworthy.