adroit
adjectiveSkillful and effective, especially in a difficult situation.
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artful
adjectiveSkillful and clever, sometimes in a deceptive or manipulative way.
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nounSkill in noticing what matters and making sound practical judgments.
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adjectiveQuick and skillful in action.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionselocution
nounThe skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsincompetent
adjectiveLacking the skills or ability needed to perform a task adequately.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsinept
adjectiveLacking skill or competence.
Read it in a lessonSynonyms and related expressionsmanipulation
nounSkillful handling or adjustment, sometimes involving unfair or deceptive control.
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adjectiveRequiring little skill and traditionally assigned low status.
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nounAn attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.
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adjectiveCompetent and skilled in a particular activity.
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nounExceptional skill or ability in a particular activity.
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