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deft

adjective C1
MEANING IN ENGLISH

Neatly skillful and quick in one's movements; demonstrating skill and cleverness.

In context

01

The artist's deft hands created a masterpiece.

02

The pianist's deft fingers moved effortlessly.

Synonyms

skillful,nimble,dexterous

Antonyms

clumsy,inept,awkward

Collocations

deft touch,deft hands,deft fingers

Sources

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