adroit
Translation
skillful, clever, deft
Examples
She is an adroit pianist.
She is a skillful pianist.
He was adroit at handling difficult questions.
He was skillful at handling difficult questions.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) adroit to be skillful He is an adroit negotiator.
((be)) adroit ((at sth. / at -ing)) to be skillful at (sth.) She is adroit at painting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skillful, deft, adept, nimble; Antonyms: clumsy, inept, maladroit
Etymology
From French 'à droit', meaning 'to the right' or 'properly'. The right hand was traditionally seen as more skillful.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'android' being very 'adroit' with its hands and mind.