ADEPTLY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

adeptly

adverb

Definition of adeptly

as in masterfully

in a skillful or expert manner adeptly sank the ball in the basket with a hook shot

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Recent Examples of adeptly In other circumstances, the Isak crisis might have been handled more calmly and more adeptly. — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 These points were each raw nerves, and Iran vivisected them adeptly while attributing the pain to the United States. — Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026 There are few musicians better suited to celebrate International Jazz Day than San Diego’s Allison Tucker Adams, who sings adeptly in six languages. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026 In a video posted to Meghan’s Instagram on April 2, Meghan, Archie, and Prince Harry are captured skiing down a mountain, with Archie adeptly navigating the slopes. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026 Raducanu is known for her aggressive baseline play, clean ball striking, powerful ground strokes, and fast, accurate serves, as well as her ability to anticipate her opponents’ shots, position herself adeptly, and apply pressure in return games. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026 His twin brother, Kaiden, adeptly moved into the starting lineup for each of the nine games. — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026 Six Senses adeptly blends ancient and high-tech therapies, alongside social interactions and the solace of solitary treatments. — Jane Alexander, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Feb. 2026 Instead, investors turned to traditional safe-haven names like Procter & Gamble, which has a long track record of adeptly managing its business during market and economic uncertainty. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026

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Adverb

The action sequences in this film aren’t overpowering, but they are masterfully choreographed.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
The Aurzen Boom mini sets an absolute standard for budget-friendly portable entertainment, masterfully pairing genuine Google TV streaming with Dolby Audio.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 July 2026

Definition of masterfully

Adverb

The yellow metal has endured a tough six months, sitting well below its all-time high achieved earlier this year after a blistering rally that extended through and beyond 2025.

— Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
Skall Studio is a mainstay on the Copenhagen Fashion Week schedule, best known for its billowing cotton prairie dresses, chic linen suits, and cozy woolen sweaters.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of well

Adverb

In a paper published this month in PLOS One, Alaei and her colleagues propose an alternative - employing a suite of superworms, a kind of hefty beetle larva that can capably pick a variety of animal skeletons clean.

— Ari Daniel, NPR, 17 July 2026
Directed by brothers Drew and Eric Dowdle, who capably remade REC (2007) as Quarantine (2008), The Poughkeepsie Tapes makes up for its occasional lapses in realism with its utterly disturbing portrayal of pure evil.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026

Definition of capably

Adverb

There are also some solid jokes that get at kitchen life, and Tony’s specific interests, and the story deftly captures his lifelong pursuit of the approval and protection of strong women.

— Laurie Woolever, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Aug. 2026
Directed by Beef’s Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts* is a surprisingly effective movie about navigating grief, depression, and insecurity, deftly disguised as a superhero team-up.

— EW Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of deftly

Adverb

As shoppers seek physical stores this upcoming holiday, retailers need to ensure brick-and-mortar stores are well-staffed and neatly merchandised as well as stocked with in-demand inventory.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026
More Duffel Bags to Shop The Lovevook Garment Duffel Bag is surprisingly roomy, with enough space to pack for a long weekend while keeping dress clothes neatly separated from everything else.

— Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of neatly

Adverb

Rams architects Les Snead and Sean McVay can still adroitly motivate a player without pressing too hard.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Shrines, Puzzles, and a Sprawling World The Adventures of Elliot adroitly fuses sharp combat with intricate puzzle-solving, further cementing the Zelda feel.

— Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 18 May 2026

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