dexterous

• Décrit une personne qui utilise ses mains ou son esprit avec habileté et rapidité, avec adresse et précision.

Describes someone who is skillful and quick in using their hands or mind.

1. Skillful with handsB2formal

   Having or showing skill in using one's hands or body.

   Adroit de ses mains

   • The surgeon was dexterous with a scalpel.
   • She is a dexterous pianist, playing complex pieces with ease.
   • He is dexterous enough to repair the delicate watch mechanism.

   Synonymesadroitagiledefthandynimblenimble-fingeredskillful

   Antonymesawkwardclumsygracelessineptmaladroitungainly

2. Mentally agileC1formal

   Showing skill and cleverness in thinking or handling situations.

   Adroit mentalement

   • The negotiator was dexterous in handling the tense situation.
   • She is a dexterous problem solver, finding solutions quickly.
   • His dexterous mind allowed him to navigate the complex legal case.

   Synonymesadroitastutecleveringeniousquick-wittedsharp

   Antonymesawkwardbunglingclumsyineptmaladroit