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DEXTROUS Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word dextrous. (exact relations)
There is 0 hypernym of the word dextrous. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for DEXTROUS

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deft
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

adept
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

adroit
adjectiveadj
adjective

• quick or skillful or adept in action or thought

agile
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective satellite

• moving quickly and lightly

• mentally quick

handy
adjectiveadj
noun

• United States blues musician who transcribed and published traditional blues music (1873-1958)

adjective satellite

• easy to reach

• useful and convenient

• skillful with the hands

nimble
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• moving quickly and lightly

• mentally quick

proficient
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

skilled
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having or showing or requiring special skill

skillful
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

• done with delicacy and skill

dexterous
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

Alternatives for DEFT

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