sure-handed

adjective

sure-hand·​ed ˈshu̇r-ˈhan-dəd 

ˈshər-

: proficient and confident in performance especially using the hands

sure-handedness noun

Examples of sure-handed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And no one should want to see the Rams’ sure-handed wide receiver let generational wealth slip through his fingers. — Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

When healthy, Pearsall has shown an ability to break open fast as a sure-handed target. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 29 July 2026

Marković has added a good bit of strength to his frame, even just from last summer, but will need to get even stronger to become more of a sure-handed rebounder. — Eric Nehm, New York Times, 19 July 2026

The Carolina Panthers knew that Chris Brazzell was going to be sure-handed and rangy and fast when the team selected him in the third round of the draft last month. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sure-handed

• countermanded
• evenhanded
• reprimanded
• underhanded
• backhanded
• commanded
• demanded
• disbanded
• expanded
• misbranded
• remanded
• unbranded