1. plural of artfulness; instances or qualities of being skillful, clever, or cunning
Usage: formal; rare plural form

Examples

• The various artfulnesses displayed by the negotiators impressed the observers.
• Her different artfulnesses in handling difficult situations made her an excellent manager.
• The detective noted the criminal’s multiple artfulnesses in evading capture.
• Teachers must recognize the artfulnesses students use to avoid homework.
• The politician’s artfulnesses in debate were both admired and criticized.