Adept
As an Adjective
- Highly skilled or proficient at something.
As a Noun
- A person who is very skilled or knowledgeable in a particular area.
As Other Form
- Adeptly (Adverb): In a skillful or proficient manner.
- Adeptness (Noun): The quality of being highly skilled.
Word History
The word adept comes from the Latin adeptus, meaning “having attained” or “expert,” derived from adipisci (to attain or achieve). It was originally used in alchemy to describe someone who had mastered the secrets of the craft, later broadening to mean anyone highly skilled in a particular field.
Examples
- She is adept at solving complex math problems.
- As an adept in martial arts, he teaches students of all levels.
- He adeptly handled the negotiations.
Synonyms
Skilled, expert, proficient, talented, masterful
Related Words
Competent, capable, accomplished, experienced
Antonyms
Inexperienced, unskilled, incompetent, amateur
