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单词 dexterously
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dexterously


dex·ter·ous

D0186900 (dĕk′stər-əs, -strəs) also dex·trous (-strəs)adj.1. Skillful in the use of the hands.2. Having mental skill or adroitness.3. Done with dexterity: a dexterous maneuver.
[From Latin dexter, skillful; see dexter.]
dex′ter·ous·ly adv.dex′ter·ous·ness n.Synonyms: dexterous, deft, adroit, handy, nimble
These adjectives refer to skill and ease in performance. Dexterous implies physical or mental agility: dexterous fingers; a dexterous debater.
Deft suggests quickness, sureness, neatness, and lightness of touch: deft strokes; a deft turn of phrase.
Adroit implies ease and natural skill, especially in challenging situations: an adroit skier; an adroit negotiator.
Handy suggests a more modest aptitude, principally in manual work: handy with tools.
Nimble stresses quickness and lightness in physical or mental performance: nimble feet; nimble wits.
Thesaurus
Adv.1.dexterously - with dexterity; in a dexterous manner; "dextrously he untied the knots"deftly, dextrously
Translations

dexterously


  • adv

Synonyms for dexterously

adv with dexterity

Synonyms

  • deftly
  • dextrously
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