dexterous

• Descreve uma pessoa que usa as mãos ou a mente com habilidade e rapidez; também pode indicar alguém hábil e engenhoso.

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.

   Habilidoso

   • 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.

   Sinônimosadroitagiledefthandynimblenimble-fingeredskillful

   Antônimosawkwardclumsygracelessineptmaladroitungainly

2. Mentally agileC1formal

   Showing skill and cleverness in thinking or handling situations.

   Mentalmente ágil

   • 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.

   Sinônimosadroitastutecleveringeniousquick-wittedsharp

   Antônimosawkwardbunglingclumsyineptmaladroit