ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dexterously

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈdɛkst(ə)ɹəsli/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Dexterously is an adverb meaning In a dexterous manner; skillfully; with precision.

Meaning

In a dexterous manner; skillfully; with precision.

Example Sentences

He ducked dexterously, and the stool crashed to its own detriment against the wall.
Very interested, Dr Grimsby watched the saw follow the fine pencil line on the white pearwood as Peter dexterously twirled the veneers on the fretwork table, timing the movement of both hands precisely to put no strain on either the saw or the wood.

Synonyms for dexterously

Depending on context, synonyms include deftly, dextrously.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include deftly, dextrously, cleanly, deft-handedly, skillfully, adroitly.

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