dexterously
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Definition
Adverb: * With dexterity; in a dexterous manner: Performing an action with skill, ease, and neatness, especially with the hands. It implies physical or mental adroitness and precision.
Usage
Use "dexterously" to describe how an action is performed with notable skill and coordination. It is often used in contexts involving manual tasks, problem-solving, or navigating complex situations.
Examples
- The surgeon dexterously manipulated the tiny instruments during the operation.
- She dexterously avoided the difficult questions during the interview.
- He dexterously flipped the pancake in the air and caught it perfectly in the pan.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Use: Can describe skillful handling of non-physical situations.
- The diplomat dexterously navigated the tense negotiations between the two countries.
Variants and Related Words
- Dexterous (adjective): Skillful with the hands or mind.
- The dexterous magician performed amazing tricks.
- Dexterity (noun): Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
- The job requires great manual dexterity.
Synonyms
- Adroitly: With skill and cleverness.
- Skillfully: With expertise and competence.
- Nimbly: With quick, light, and easy movement.
- Expertly: In a very skillful manner.
Antonyms
- Clumsily: In an awkward, uncoordinated manner.
- Ineptly: Without skill or competence.
Adverb
- with dexterity; in a dexterous manner
- dextrously he untied the knots