Vulpine

Pronunciation: /ˈvʌlpɪn/

Vulpine (adjective)

  1. Describing something that is like a fox in appearance or behavior.
  2. Describing someone who is clever in a tricky or deceitful way.

Examples

  • The vulpine features of the animal were evident in its bushy tail.
  • His vulpine nature made him a master at negotiation.

Common collocations: vulpine characteristics, vulpine behavior, vulpine tactics, vulpine smile

Synonyms of Vulpine

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Vulpine

  • Describes someone innocent or lacking experience.
  • Describes someone easily deceived or tricked.