1. in a skillful or clever way
2. in a cunning or crafty way, often to deceive

Examples

• She artfully arranged the flowers in the vase.
• The chef artfully plated the dish with colorful garnishes.
• He artfully avoided answering the difficult question.
• The politician artfully deflected criticism during the interview.
• The decorator artfully combined modern and vintage elements.
• She artfully steered the conversation away from sensitive topics.