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"Smart" vs. "clever": what's the difference?
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 06/12/2024, 22:20
Anwar Kareem 06/12/2024, 22:20English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "smart" and "clever" are adjectives used to describe someone who is intelligent, quick-witted, and capable of understanding or learning quickly.
What is different?
While "smart" can refer more generally to intelligence, appearance, or technological advancements, "clever" specifically emphasizes ingenuity, creativity, and quick thinking, sometimes with a connotation of cunning.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Smart- She is very smart and always gets top grades in her class.
- The new smartphone has a lot of smart features.
- He looked smart in his tailored suit at the meeting.
- The magician performed a clever trick that amazed the audience.
- She came up with a clever solution to fix the broken machine.
- The thief was clever enough to bypass the high-tech security system.
Difference
