English Synonym Finder

dexterous

Definitions

Showing or having skill, especially with the hands.

Mentally adroit and clever.

Examples

The surgeon was incredibly dexterous, performing the delicate procedure with steady hands.

She is a dexterous pianist who can play the most complex compositions with ease.

Synonyms

skillful adept nimble agile handy proficient deft

Antonyms

clumsy awkward ungainly inept maladroit unskilled bungling