adroitly
Definition
Adverb: * In a skillful, clever, or dexterous manner; with mental or physical skill and quickness. It describes performing an action with expertise, finesse, and often a sense of cleverness in solving problems or handling situations.
Usage
"Adroitly" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It emphasizes not just competence, but a high level of skillful and often graceful execution. It is a formal word commonly found in written English, such as in news reports, literature, and analytical writing.
Examples
- The negotiator adroitly steered the conversation away from the contentious topic.
- She adroitly balanced her career and family responsibilities.
- The chef adroitly flipped the pancake in the pan.
- He adroitly avoided answering the direct question by changing the subject.
Advanced Usage
- Used figuratively for social or mental skill: Often describes skillful handling of abstract situations like diplomacy, conversation, or strategy.
- The politician adroitly navigated the interview, pleasing both sides of the debate.
Variants and Related Words
- Adroit (adjective): Skillful and clever.
- He is an adroit public speaker.
- Adroitness (noun): Skillfulness and cleverness.
- She managed the crisis with great adroitness.
Synonyms
- Skillfully
- Dexterously
- Expertly
- Cleverly
- Nimbly
- Proficiently
Antonyms
- Clumsily
- Awkwardly
- Ineptly
- Maladroitly
Adverb
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with adroitness; in an adroit manner
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he handled the situation adroitly
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