Synonym Dictionary

Skillful and effective, especially in a difficult situation.

Skillful and clever, sometimes in a deceptive or manipulative way.

Skill in noticing what matters and making sound practical judgments.

Having the ability and knowledge needed to perform a task adequately.

Quick and skillful in action.

The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.

Lacking the skills or ability needed to perform a task adequately.

Lacking skill or competence.

Skillful handling or adjustment, sometimes involving unfair or deceptive control.

Requiring little skill and traditionally assigned low status.

An attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.

Competent and skilled in a particular activity.

Exceptional skill or ability in a particular activity.

The art of effective expression; also language criticized as impressive but lacking substance.

Able to read and write only at a limited or elementary level.