adept in English
- adept⇄adept, adjective, noun.
- adept⇄adj. very skillful; expert.
Ex. an adept tennis player. She is adept in music.
(SYN) proficient. - adept⇄adv. adeptly.
- adept⇄noun adeptness.
- adept⇄noun 1. a thoroughly skilled person; an expert.
Ex. He is an adept in working out crossword puzzles.
2. (Obsolete.) an alchemist.
adept in Sindhi سنڌي
Adept
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/əˈdɛpt/
Definitions
1. Highly skilled or proficient in a particular area.
2. Expert; adept in a field.
Usage Examples
1. She is adept at solving complex mathematical problems.
2. The adept chef impressed everyone with his culinary skills.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin "adeptus," meaning "to attain" or "to achieve."
Synonyms
Skilled, proficient, expert, masterful
Antonyms
Inexperienced, unskilled, clumsy
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Hábil | /ˈa.bil/ |
| French | Adept | /a.dɛpt/ |
| German | Versiert | /fɛʁˈziːɐt/ |
| Italian | Abile | /ˈa.bi.le/ |
| Chinese | 熟练 | /shúliàn/ |
| Hindi | निपुण | /nɪˈpuɳ/ |
| Arabic | ماهر | /māhir/ |
| Russian | Умелый | /uˈmʲelɨj/ |
| Portuguese | Hábil | /ˈa.bil/ |
| Japanese | 熟練した | /じゅくれんした/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
Pronunciation may vary slightly based on regional accents.
Historical Usage
The term has been used since the late 15th century to describe skillfulness.
Cultural Nuances
Adeptness is often celebrated in cultures valuing craftsmanship and expertise.
More Information
This section provides insights into the importance of being adept in various fields, including arts, sciences, and trades.