adroit
/əˈdɹɔɪt/
Group 14Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind GRE
Example in Context
The diplomat's adroit handling of the crisis averted what could have become a major international incident.
Synonyms
skillfulcleverdeft
Etymology
Skillful actions that feel 'right' to perform.
- a- (Latin) — to
- droit (French) — right
Memory Aid
🤖Sounds like “a droid”
That droid can fix anything with its ADROIT skills — it’s the handyman of the galaxy!
Visual Association
🤹A juggler effortlessly tossing flaming torches while balancing on a unicycle.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “adroit” mean on the GRE?
adroit (adjective) means “Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind”. The diplomat's adroit handling of the crisis averted what could have become a major international incident.
How to remember “adroit” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “adroit” sounds like “a droid”. That droid can fix anything with its ADROIT skills — it’s the handyman of the galaxy!
What are synonyms for “adroit”?
Common synonyms: skillful, clever, deft.