deft | SAT Word of the Day

It's great to be DEFT at things, either physical or mental.

ℹ️ Part of speech of deft

deft is an ADJECTIVE.

🗣️ Pronunciation of deft

deft is pronounced /dɛft/ or DEFT.

📚️ Definition of deft

• Skillful and quick in movement; nimble: deft fingers

• Mentally quick and resourceful; clever in handling situations: a deft negotiator

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📰 Examples

Here are some examples of deft in usage:

• With deft movements honed by years of practice, Xiaohui transformed the vegetables into flower shapes.

• The art of writing is the deft union of words and ideas.

• Through a series of deft diplomatic maneuvers, Ambassador Hicks avoided an international crisis.

• The pickpocket's deft fingers were finally caught on video.

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