Dexterous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɛkstɹəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Dexterous is an adjective meaning Skillful with one's hands.
Meaning
Skillful with one's hands.
More Meanings
- Skillful in some specific thing.
- Agile; flexible; able to move fluidly and gracefully.
- (figurative, archaic) Skilled at argumentation; mentally skillful; quick-witted.
Example Sentences
We went frequently out with this boat a-fishing; and as I was most dexterous to catch fish for him, he never went without me.
1775, speech by Edmund Burke […] the study [of law] renders men acute, inquisitive, dexterous, prompt in attack, ready in defense […]
She is pleasingly dexterous with the chopsticks, and keeps one hand lying palm up on her lap. Pinched with just the right pressure between the sticks; funny how plump women have that delicate touch.
Word Forms
- dextrous
Synonyms for dexterous
Depending on context, synonyms include adroit, deft, dextrous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dextrous, adroit, deft, artful, sure-handed, handy.
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