Skillfully: meaning, definitions and examples

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skillfully

[ ˈskɪlfəli ]

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adverb

In a skillful or expert manner; with skill. Possessing or exercising skill; expert.

Synonyms

adeptly, competently, expertly, proficiently

Examples of usage

He skillfully avoided the obstacles in his path.
She handled the situation skillfully and resolved the issue.
The artist skillfully painted the portrait of the famous actress.

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adjective

Having or showing skill; skillful.

Synonyms

capable, competent, skilled, talented

Examples of usage

The team displayed a skillful performance during the match.
The chef's skillful hands created a delicious meal.
She is known for her skillful handling of difficult tasks.

Translations

Translations of the word "skillfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 habilmente

🇮🇳 कुशलता से

🇩🇪 geschickt

🇮🇩 dengan mahir

🇺🇦 вміло

🇵🇱 umiejętnie

🇯🇵 巧みに (takumi ni)

🇫🇷 habilement

🇪🇸 habilidosamente

🇹🇷 ustalıkla

🇰🇷 능숙하게 (neungsukhage)

🇸🇦 بمهارة (bimahara)

🇨🇿 dovedně

🇸🇰 zručne

🇨🇳 熟练地 (shúliàn de)

🇸🇮 spretno

🇮🇸 fimlega

🇰🇿 шеберлікпен

🇬🇪 მარჯვე (marjve)

🇦🇿 məharətlə

🇲🇽 habilidosamente

Word origin

The word 'skillfully' originated from the Middle English word 'skilful,' which meant 'possessing or displaying skill.' The suffix '-ly' was added to form the adverb 'skillfully,' indicating the manner in which an action is performed with skill. The term has been in use for centuries, evolving to convey the idea of proficiency, expertise, and adeptness in various activities.