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adroitness

noun

Definition of adroitnessnext
1
as in prowess
mental skill or quickness shows a remarkable adroitness in identifying birds the moment they land at the feeder

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2
as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something with the adroitness of a magician, she twisted the balloons into the shape of a monkey

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Recent Examples of adroitness Those treasures are translated into dishes with a European adroitness. — Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adroitness
  1. prowess
  2. skill
  3. ability
  4. skillfulness
  5. talent
  6. proficiency
  7. aptitude
  8. dexterity
Noun
  • But all anyone wanted to discuss after the game was his backfield prowess.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Observers praised the Armani Group for the momentous decision, and see Vitale’s expertise and design prowess as beneficial.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of prowess
Noun
  • For the past three years, Robertson had participated in ONE Lexington’s summer youth program, which offers workshops on building emotional and social skills, as well as college-campus visits.
    — Jenisha Watts, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Whereas they have historically been funneled into hierarchical law firms to spend a couple years billing time around the clock for no profit share, there are already countless more ways for young attorneys to leverage their degrees and skills.
    — Logan Brown, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of skill
Noun
  • The article suggests that social storytelling is what enabled us to surpass the communicative abilities of other living apes, into the rich, expressive tapestry of human language.
    — Hannah Little, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Before turning it into a judgment about your abilities, notice what specifically bothered you.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of ability
Noun
  • After taking over hosting duties from Padma Lakshmi in season 21, Kish is now the undeniable face of the series, one that represents the continuously evolving future of its programming, which prioritizes culinary skillfulness.
    — McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2026
Definition of skillfulness
Noun
  • Jacquis declares that his talent is hubris and arm-wrestles Ify.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Belichick's relatively late arrival in the 2025 recruiting process did nothing to fill in the talent gap between the Tar Heels and the rest of the ACC in the first year of his tenure.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of talent
Noun
  • That’s a pretty basic tenet of cultural proficiency, which some seem to have forgotten.
    — Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The association acknowledged concerns raised by DHS around fraud with commercial driver’s licenses, unqualified drivers and English language proficiency.
    — Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of proficiency
Noun
  • But their aptitude and affection for the sport would be passed down through two different families in two different states, from one generation to the next, before reaching Luke and his brothers.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Training can improve technique and consistency, but leaders should also be honest about the role of natural aptitude.
    — Matthew Darienzo, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of aptitude
Noun
  • His goal late against the Leafs was due and showed his hands and dexterity for a big man taking a puck off the wall and patting it in at the post.
    — Scott Wheeler, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The patented fingertip design is rolled with no seams and provides two layers of protection without limiting your dexterity.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of dexterity

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“Adroitness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adroitness. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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