Skilful (Adjective)
Meaning
Having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude; "adept in handicrafts"; "an adept juggler"; "an expert job"; "a good mechanic"; "a practiced marksman"; "a proficient engineer"; "a lesser-known but no less skillful composer"; "the effect was achieved by skillful retouching".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The surgeon's skilful hands moved swiftly and precisely as she performed the delicate operation.
- The young dancer's skilful execution of the intricate steps left the audience in awe.
- He was a skilful negotiator, able to extract concessions from his opponents without appearing to yield.
- With his skilful use of light and shadow, the photographer created a dramatic and haunting portrait.
- Her skilful adaptations of traditional recipes made her a celebrated chef in the culinary world.