Adroitest: meaning, definitions and examples
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adroitest
[ əˈdrɔɪtəst ]
highest skill
The term 'adroitest' is the superlative form of the adjective 'adroit', which describes someone who is very skilled and adept in a particular area, often in a smooth and clever manner. It conveys not just capability but also finesse, suggesting a level of expertise that stands out among peers. When someone is referred to as 'adroitest', they are considered the most skillful in comparison to others. This term is often used in contexts requiring quick thinking, dexterity, or expertise in practical situations.
Synonyms
adept, clever, expert, proficient, skillful
Examples of usage
- She is the adroitest negotiator in the firm.
- His adroitest maneuvers on the field impressed everyone.
- They acknowledged him as the adroitest artist of his generation.
Translations
Translations of the word "adroitest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais hábil
🇮🇳 सबसे कुशल
🇩🇪 am geschicktesten
🇮🇩 yang paling mahir
🇺🇦 найвправніший
🇵🇱 najzdolniejszy
🇯🇵 最も器用な
🇫🇷 le plus adroit
🇪🇸 el más hábil
🇹🇷 en yetenekli
🇰🇷 가장 능숙한
🇸🇦 الأكثر براعة
🇨🇿 nejzručnější
🇸🇰 najzručnejší
🇨🇳 最灵巧的
🇸🇮 najspretnejši
🇮🇸 snem háfari
🇰🇿 ең шебер
🇬🇪 ყველაზე უნიჭიერესი
🇦🇿 ən bacarıqlı
🇲🇽 el más hábil
Etymology
The word 'adroit' comes from the French term 'adroit', meaning 'skilful' or 'adept', which is derived from the Latin word 'directus', meaning 'straight', and it evolved into a sense of being adept or competent. The etymology traces back to the late 16th century, where 'adroit' originally meant 'adaptable' and 'quick-witted'. As the word developed, its meaning shifted to emphasize mastery and skill in handling tasks, particularly in a deft manner. The superlative form 'adroitest' is a relatively recent construction in English, intended to provide a means of expressing the highest degree of skillfulness among individuals. In both spoken and written contexts, it has become more prominent in the last century, primarily in association with fields that require exceptional talent or quick thinking.