Synonyms for deftly
- adverb
Most common
Definitions
- adv. 1
In a deft manner; quickly and neatly in action.
Example sentences
- skillfully He skillfully turned the trouble to his advantage.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| deftly | rising | |
| skillfully | steady | |
| dexterously | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- skilfully
- 10 letters
- skillfully3
- 11 letters
- dexterously
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (skillfully3 = 3 syllables).