skilfully
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Adverb: * In a way that shows or requires skill, expertise, or dexterity; competently and proficiently.
Usage
"Skilfully" (or "skillfully" in American English) describes the manner in which an action is performed. It is used to indicate that something is done with a high level of ability, knowledge, or careful technique.
Examples
- The surgeon skilfully performed the complex procedure.
- She skilfully negotiated the contract to secure a better deal.
- The carpenter skilfully carved the intricate design into the wood.
- He skilfully avoided answering the difficult question.
- Fragments of a nearly complete jug, skilfully restored at the institute of archaeology.
Advanced Usage
- "To handle a situation skilfully": To manage a difficult or delicate circumstance with tact and expertise.
- The diplomat skilfully handled the tense negotiations between the two countries.
Variants and Related Words
- Skillful (Adjective, chiefly US) / Skilful (Adjective, chiefly UK): Having or showing skill.
- He is a skillful craftsman.
- Skill (Noun): The ability to do something well.
- Her technical skill is impressive.
Synonyms
- Expertly
- Proficiently
- Adroitly
- Deftly
- Competently
- Masterfully
Antonyms
- Clumsily
- Ineptly
- Incompetently
- Awkwardly
Related Phrases
- With great skill: A common prepositional phrase with a similar meaning.
- The artifact was reconstructed with great skill.
Adverb
- with skill
- fragments of a nearly complete jug, skillfully restored at the institute of archaeology