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Adroit

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/əˈdrɔɪt/

Definitions

  • Having skill or dexterity in the use of the hands or body.
  • Showing cleverness or resourcefulness in handling situations.

Usage Examples

  • She is an adroit negotiator, able to reach agreements that satisfy all parties.
  • The chef is adroit at juggling multiple dishes simultaneously.

Etymology

Derived from the French word "adroit," meaning "skillful," which comes from "à droit," meaning "to the right." Historically associated with skillful dexterity.

Synonyms

  • Skillful
  • Adept
  • Nimble
  • Deft

Antonyms

  • Clumsy
  • Awkward
  • Unskilled
  • Incompetent

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Hábil /ˈa.βil/
French Adroit /a.dʁwa/
German Gewandt /ɡəˈvant/
Italian Abile /ˈabi.le/
Hindi कुशल /kuˈʃal/
Chinese (Simplified) 灵巧 /língqiǎo/
Japanese 巧妙な /kōmyōna/
Korean 능숙한 /neungsukhan/
Arabic ماهر /māhir/
Russian Умелый /uˈmʲelɨj/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

Pronunciation may vary slightly across different English dialects, particularly in emphasis and vowel sounds.

Historical Usage

The word has been used since the early 18th century, primarily to denote skillfulness and competence in various contexts.

Cultural Nuances

Being adroit is often seen as a valuable trait in professions requiring precision, such as surgery, sports, and arts.

More Information

For further details on the term "adroit," including its applications in literature and various professions, consult linguistic resources and psychology studies.


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