NIMBLE-FINGERED Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word nimble-fingered. (close relations)
nimbleness
Best Alternative Words for NIMBLE-FINGERED
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agile | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||||
adjective satellite • moving quickly and lightly • mentally quick | ||||||||
deft | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands | ||||||||
dexterous | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
quick | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||||
noun • any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail) adverb • with little or no delay adjective satellite • accomplished rapidly and without delay • hurried and brief • moving quickly and lightly • apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity • performed with little or no delay • easily aroused or excited | ||||||||
skillful | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude • done with delicacy and skill | ||||||||
light-fingered | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets |