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Skillful

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

Definition

having or showing skill; expert

Synonyms & similar words

expert good skilful adept proficient practiced nice adept proficient competent capable expert masterful accomplished skilled talented gifted clever ingenious knowledgeable experienced seasoned practiced dexterous nimble handy resourceful

Example sentences

  1. The chef was skillful at making sushi.
  2. The football player was very skillful at kicking the ball.
  3. The musician was skillful at playing the guitar.
  4. The gymnast was skillful at doing flips and cartwheels.
  5. The artist was skillful at painting portraits.

Quotes

  • The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
  • I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.

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