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adept

adjective

/əˈdɛpt/

Meaning

Very skilled or proficient at something.

Having a natural ability or skill; very skilled or proficient at something.

She is adept at solving complex mathematical problems.

He is adept at solving complex problems.

skillful, proficient, masterful, skilled

Entry 1

skillful, proficient, masterful

Entry 2

proficient, skilled, masterful

inept, incompetent, clumsy, unskilled

Entry 1

inept, incompetent, clumsy

Entry 2

inept, unskilled, incompetent

relating to or characteristic of the West, especially Europe and the Americas

producing the intended result; successful; functional

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

having a dashing, jaunty, or slightly disreputable quality or appearance

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.