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[ adjective ] skillful (or showing skill) in adapting means to ends
Examples "cool prudence and sensitive selfishness along with quick perception of what is possible--these distinguish an adroit politician" "came up with a clever story" "an ingenious press agent" Used in print (Musical America, LXXXI:5...)His creative development of melodic designs of Slavic dance tunes and love songs is captivating : witty , clever , adroit , and subtle . Related terms |
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[ adjective ] quick or skillful or adept in action or thought
Examples "an exceptionally adroit pianist" "an adroit technician" "his adroit replies to hecklers won him many followers" "an adroit negotiator" Related terms maladroit deft clean coordinated handy clever quick-witted light-fingered artful |
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