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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

Something that excites desire or interest, often by being just out of reach.

causing feelings of enthusiasm and eagerness; thrilling

Lasting for a very short time; passing quickly.

Done according to a systematic or established procedure; orderly and systematic.

Easily broken or damaged; delicate.

most private and secret; deepest; most personal