skillfulness

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skillfulness

The artist demonstrates great skillfulness in her detailed painting.

Definition

Noun: The quality or state of being skillful; the possession or display of skill, dexterity, or expert ability. It refers to proficiency, competence, and adeptness in performing tasks, often acquired through training and experience.

Usage

"Skillfulness" is an uncountable noun that describes an abstract quality. It is often used to discuss a person's general capability or the quality of a specific performance. It can be modified by adjectives (e.g., great, technical, artistic) and is commonly followed by prepositions like "in" or "at" to specify the area of skill. * The job requires a high degree of skillfulness with digital tools. * Her skillfulness in negotiation resolved the conflict peacefully. * The artisan's skillfulness is evident in every detail of the carving.

Examples
  • The surgeon's skillfulness saved the patient's life.
  • We admired the skillfulness of the pianist's performance.
  • His skillfulness at coding allowed him to develop the application quickly.
  • The craft is not just about strength but also about precision and skillfulness.
Advanced Usage
  • "A display of skillfulness": An instance or demonstration of being skillful.
    • The final move was a stunning display of athletic skillfulness.
  • "With consummate skillfulness": With the highest degree of skill; perfectly.
    • The diplomat handled the crisis with consummate skillfulness.
Variants and Related Words
  • Skillful (adj): Having or showing skill.
    • She is a skillful carpenter.
  • Skillfully (adv): In a skillful manner.
    • He skillfully navigated the boat through the storm.
  • Skill (n): The ability to do something well, often a specific ability.
    • Carpentry is a useful skill. (Note: "Skill" is often countable, while "skillfulness" is uncountable and refers to the overall quality.)
Synonyms
  • Expertise: Specialized skill or knowledge in a particular field.
  • Proficiency: A high degree of competence or skill.
  • Dexterity: Skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
  • Adroitness: Cleverness or skill in handling situations.
  • Aptitude: A natural ability or tendency to learn or be skilled.
Antonyms
  • Clumsiness: The quality of being awkward in movement or performance.
  • Ineptitude: Lack of skill or ability.
  • Incompetence: Inability to do something successfully.
skillfulness

The artist demonstrates great skillfulness in her detailed painting.

Noun
  1. the state of being cognitively skillful