adept
Translation
adept, skilled, proficient
Examples
She is adept at playing the piano.
She is adept at playing the piano.
He is an adept negotiator.
He is an adept negotiator.
They are adept in the art of conversation.
They are adept in the art of conversation.
Grammar Patterns
((at -ing sth.)) to be skilled at doing (sth.) She is adept at solving puzzles.
((in sth.)) to be skilled in a particular area He is adept in computer programming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: proficient, skilled, expert; Antonyms: inept, clumsy, unskilled
Etymology
From Latin 'adeptus', meaning 'having attained', from the verb 'adipisci' (to attain).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has a 'depth' of skill in a subject.