adeptness

noun

Definition of adeptnessnext
as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something his adeptness at thinking on his feet makes him a formidable debater

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Recent Examples of adeptness These include empathy and adeptness in relationships—the terrain where political savvy lives. — Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 Like online interactions, cryptocurrency moves with a speed and adeptness of its own, creating its own unique forms of language, pace, and tone. — Malana Vantyler, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Jan. 2026 To combat this takes a special degree of innovation and adeptness, but fortunately, The Links Guy has proven more than capable of living up to the challenge. — Maria Williams, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025 Davies’s adeptness at verbal wit and aching melancholy are on grand display throughout The House of Mirth, one of his greatest films. — Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2025
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  1. skill
  2. skillfulness
Noun
  • The students who stepped forward when their teacher collapsed playing basketball in Michigan illustrate what becomes possible when CPR skills are taught before they are needed.
    — Meng Yang, Time, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Cheung said professionalism, patience and strong communication skills are particularly important for applicants, as is the ability to offer constructive criticism to students.
    — Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of skill
Noun
  • After taking over hosting duties from Padma Lakshmi in season 21, Kish is now the undeniable face of the series, one that represents the continuously evolving future of its programming, which prioritizes culinary skillfulness.
    — McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2026
Definition of skillfulness

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“Adeptness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adeptness. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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