what is the difference between wise and cunning
Best Answer: Cunning: Having or showing skill in achieving ones ends by deceit or evasion Intelligent: Having a good understanding, and quick to grasp concepts Wise: Having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is true or right; possessing discernment, judgement, or discretion.eport Abuse. Cunning: A person who can get his/her work done(even by others) by using them as per his/her wish. The other person doesn't feel used though. Intelligent: A person who is always technically and emotionally true.