English to Xhosa Meaning of deft - anekhono

Deft :

anekhono

adjective

olukhohlisayo, Chic, anekhono, abanezakhono, esebenzayo, isazi, iziluleko, lokuposa, nokuwanyoba

Deft :: ambalwaDefter :: defterDeftest :: deftestDeftly :: ekuqhubeniDeftness :: deftness

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Definitions of deft in English

Adjective(1) skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

Examples of deft in English

(1) She is deft and astute and she beautifully describes the inner life of her characters; she is not in any rush.(2) He really is a criminally under-appreciated author, with an amazingly deft command of English.(3) It was a triumph for de Gaulle's strong will and his deft political footwork.(4) In its deft social commentary and layered, intelligent prose, the novel is assured and engaging.(5) With one deft stroke, he placed himself in charge of redrafting a new set of laws.(6) The man caught it with a deft flick of his hand and pocketed it silently.(7) Her deft hands fashioned countless beautiful things, from colourful quilts to crocheted tablecloths.(8) He stepped swiftly across the floor of the study, unlatching the window and throwing it open in one deft movement.(9) In one quite amazingly deft movement he too contrives to wiggle into the minute room.(10) He caught it with a deft flick of the hand and then examined the ring.(11) Adding a touch of thrill to the programme was a magic show by students who amazed visitors with their deft skills.(12) But he makes up for it by deft wordplay and a sharp wit.(13) But then, the sensitivity of the subject is such that it requires deft handling.(14) With one deft blow, William broke every bone in the man's body.(15) If you order these dishes, the host will buy you the desired amount and the deft hostess will cook up unexpected tastes.(16) If it sounds unbearable, then my deft skill at description remains tip top.

(1) defraud ::

baphambe

Synonyms

Adjective

1. skillful ::

iziluleko

2. adept ::

yafunda

3. adroit ::

nokuwanyoba

4. dexterous ::

ayefundwa

5. agile ::

zikhululekile

6. nimble ::

nimble

7. handy ::

lokuposa

8. able ::

bakwazi

9. capable ::

ikwazi

10. skilled ::

abanezakhono

11. proficient ::

proficient

12. accomplished ::

kufezwa

13. expert ::

isazi

14. polished ::

ibengezela

15. slick ::

cwinana

16. professional ::

professional

17. masterly ::

ngobuciko

18. clever ::

clever

19. shrewd ::

onokuqonda

20. astute ::

astute

21. canny ::

azithandise

22. sharp ::

ezibukhali

23. nifty ::

neninye imsebenzi

24. neat ::

zicocekile

Antonyms

1. amateur ::

engahlawulwayo

2. artless ::

artless

3. rude ::

luhlaza

4. unprofessional ::

engekho mgaqweni

Different Forms

deft, defter, deftest, deftly, deftness

Word Example from TV Shows

You have a DEFT hand with diplomacy.

Game of Thrones Season 2, Episode 2

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