adeptness

American  

[uh-dept-nis] / əˈdɛpt nɪs /

noun

1. the quality or fact of being highly skilled or expert at something; proficiency.

   Thanks to the teacher’s adeptness at explaining the intricacies of calculus, her students quickly grasped even the more arcane concepts.

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Other Word Forms

• nonadeptness noun
• unadeptness noun

Etymology

Origin of adeptness

adept ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

When Noland's implant was announced, experts hailed it as a "significant milestone", while also cautioning that it would take time to really assess - especially given Musk's adeptness at "generating publicity for his company."

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2025

When he swerves to put mortality front and center again at the end, however, it’s a frank reminder that narrative adeptness and sentimentality aren’t strong suits, either.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2022

Wagner joins receiver Allen Robinson as the most prominent offseason additions to the Rams, who have once again proven their adeptness at fitting stars under the salary cap.

From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2022

Burrow has show adeptness at getting the ball out quickly, finding receivers all over the field and exploiting coverages.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 7, 2021

Jill Campbell, of State College Area High School, says she had been impressed by the Truman cast’s adeptness at listening to one another.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove