1
as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability
the ice skater performed a skillful and graceful series of jumps
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as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
performance testing of automobiles that should be done only by skillful drivers on a closed course
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as in skill
subtle or imaginative ability in inventing, devising, or executing something
the skillfulness with which she handled that touchy situation is indeed admirable
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Recent Examples of skillful
Shafaq Patel, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
This hints that, yes, skillful storytellers may actually live longer.
—Ron Shachar, Scientific American, 7 Mar. 2025
Anderson makes that suspension of disbelief easy enough, however, through skillful orchestration of atmospheric and action-ful eye candy.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025
Actors as skillful as Ruffalo and Toni Collette, the craven leader Marshall’s imperious wife, come off pretty pushy here.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
This skillful painting by Sophie Zhou, a junior at The Kincaid School, was sold for a record $276,000 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's school art competition auction.
—Shafaq Patel, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
This hints that, yes, skillful storytellers may actually live longer.
—Ron Shachar, Scientific American, 7 Mar. 2025
Anderson makes that suspension of disbelief easy enough, however, through skillful orchestration of atmospheric and action-ful eye candy.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025
Actors as skillful as Ruffalo and Toni Collette, the craven leader Marshall’s imperious wife, come off pretty pushy here.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skillful
Adjective
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This three-hour experience is led by a skilled guide who will keep you safe, take photographs, and give you detailed information about the bridge and surrounding areas along the way.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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On Via Montenapoleone, the store’s façade features arched windows crafted by skilled Murano glassmaker Venini.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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The combination of humor, humility, and skill made Arya stand out in a space dominated by polished perfection.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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An All-American at Michigan, the 6-2 Johnson has size to compete with bigger receivers and has excellent ball skills.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Following a masterful opening round at Augusta National, round one leader Justin Rose came back to earth on Friday, allowing much of the field to move within striking distance heading to the weekend.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
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Though White occasionally fell short tying together all the threads — a few songs ambled deep into the weeds and nearly suffocated from their complexity — his masterful guitar techniques and kinetic vocals made the detours worthwhile.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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This new species, found near the summit, is adept at moving through trees and has bright blue skin visible only when inflated.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Over the years, he’s become incredibly adept at controlling and manipulating those suction sounds.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, nonprofits, my primary market, remained underserved in technology, ensuring a continuous need for expert guidance.—
Will Freeman,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Subscribe to the Life Kit newsletter for expert advice on love, money, relationships and more.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That score means those students haven’t mastered even the basic skills needed to become proficient readers.—
Silas Allen,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2025
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What’s Included in Your Climb A proficient climb leader will be with you the entire way, from start to finish.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This simple, yet challenging, theme breaks from traditional norms in order to build a strong and resonant artistic brand.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Loloi rug collections is named for a street in the West Village, the historically artistic neighborhood where Brent launched his career and currently lives with his family.—
Morgan Goldberg,
Architectural Digest,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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An estimated 14% of those who took the highest dose experienced vomiting, while 16% and 26% had nausea and diarrhea, respectively.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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Be open and willing to start conversations with more experienced employees.—
Julia Sullivan,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Skillful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skillful. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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