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    DEFT

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     I. (adjective) 

    Comparative and superlative

    Comparative: defter  Listen to US pronunciation  Listen to GB pronunciation

    Superlative: deftest  Listen to US pronunciation  Listen to GB pronunciation

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    Meaning:

    Skillful in physical movements; especially of the handsplay

    Example:

    dexterous of hand and inventive of mind

    Synonyms:

    deft; dexterous; dextrous

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    Adjectives

    Similar:

    adroit (quick or skillful or adept in action or thought)

    Derivation:

    deftness (skillful performance or ability without difficulty)

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