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SKILLFUL Synonyms

There are 29 synonyms of the word skillful. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word skillful. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for SKILLFUL

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adept
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

expert
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

• of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood

practiced
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

• skillful after much practice

proficient
adjectiveadj
adjective

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

adjective satellite

• having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

able
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

adjective satellite

• have the skills and qualifications to do things well

• having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity

• having a strong healthy body

accomplished
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• highly skilled

• successfully completed or brought to an end

• settled securely and unconditionally

adroit
adjectiveadj
adjective

• quick or skillful or adept in action or thought

capable
adjectiveadj
adjective

• (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability

• (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for

adjective satellite

• possibly accepting or permitting

• having the requisite qualities for

• have the skills and qualifications to do things well

clever
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

• mentally quick and resourceful

• showing inventiveness and skill

competent
adjectiveadj
adjective

• properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient

• legally qualified or sufficient

adjective satellite

• adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional

deft
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

dexterous
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

efficient
adjectiveadj
adjective

• being effective without wasting time or effort or expense

adjective satellite

• able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively

experienced
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation

gifted
adjectiveadj
adjective

• endowed with talent or talents

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

ingenious
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• showing inventiveness and skill

knowledgeable
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• highly educated; having extensive information or understanding

• alert and fully informed

• thoroughly acquainted through study or experience

masterly
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• having or revealing supreme mastery or skill

polished
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• perfected or made shiny and smooth

adjective satellite

• showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience

• (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed

• (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth

Best Hypernyms For SKILLFUL

Here is a list of related hypernyms for skillful, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (13)
accomplished adept adroit capable competent deft dexterous experienced expert masterful proficient skilled talented

Alternatives for ADEPT

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