tricky

• Describe algo que es difícil de manejar o que requiere un enfoque cuidadoso.

Describes something that is difficult to deal with or requires careful handling.

1. Deceitful or untrustworthyB2informal

   Characterized by a tendency to deceive or be dishonest; not reliable.

   engañoso, poco fiable

   • He's a tricky character, so be careful what you tell him.
   • The salesman had a tricky way of avoiding direct questions.
   • She gave a tricky smile that made me suspicious.

   Sinónimoscraftycunningdeceitfuldeviousduplicitousguilefulshiftyslyuntrustworthywily

   Antónimoscandidfrankguilelesshonestopenreliablesincerestraightforwardtrustworthytruthful

2. Difficult or requiring skillB1informal

   Having hidden difficulties or requiring careful handling.

   difícil o que requiere habilidad

   • This math problem is really tricky.
   • The negotiations were tricky, but we reached an agreement.
   • Repairing the old clock was a tricky job.

   Sinónimosawkwardcomplicateddelicatedifficulthardknottyproblematicstickythornyticklishtroublesome

   Antónimoseasysimplestraightforwarduncomplicated

3. Crafty or slyB2informal

   Marked by skill in deception or clever maneuvering.

   Astuto, taimado

   • The fox is a tricky animal, known for outsmarting hunters.
   • He used a tricky strategy to win the game.
   • Her tricky tactics caught everyone off guard.

   Sinónimosartfulcraftycunningdeceitfuldeviousguilefulshrewdslywily

   Antónimosguilelesshonestingenuoussincerestraightforward