Synonyms for

Knack

Verb / næk / Another word for knack — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A special skill or talent that someone has.

Synonyms & similar words

hang bent talent ability skill gift aptitude flair facility expertise mastery proficiency dexterity adroitness cleverness ingeniousness skillfulness competence capability prowess virtuosity

Synonyms by register

Formal

aptitude proficiency expertise competence

Informal

gift talent flair way trick

Literary

adroitness dexterity facility

Antonyms

inability clumsiness awkwardness ineptitude incompetence unskillfulness

Common collocations

  • knack for
  • have a knack
  • natural knack
  • special knack
  • knack of doing
  • a knack for languages
  • a knack for numbers

Word family

noun knack
adjective knacky

Usage note

Knack refers to a special talent or skill, often one that is difficult to explain or teach. It is generally used in informal and neutral contexts.

Example sentences

  1. She has a knack for solving puzzles.
  2. He has a knack for fixing things.
  3. She has a knack for drawing.
  4. He has a knack for making people laugh.
  5. She has a knack for cooking.

Quotes

  • The knack of flying is learning how to throw yourself at the ground and miss.
  • The knack of making a successful life is to know how to play the cards you are dealt.
  • The knack of leadership is to learn to be strong but not rude; be kind but not weak; be bold but not bully; be thoughtful but not lazy; be humble but not timid; be proud but not arrogant; have humor but without folly.

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