Definition of deftness

deftnessnoun

sự khéo léo

/ˈdeftnəs//ˈdeftnəs/

"Deftness" originates from the Old English word "dæft," meaning "fit, suitable, apt." This word evolved into "deft" by the 14th century, initially meaning "skillful, clever." The suffix "-ness" was added to create the noun "deftness," denoting the quality of being deft, or skillful and adept. Therefore, "deftness" is essentially a direct descendant of the concept of something being "fit" or "suitable" for a task, highlighting the inherent skillfulness it implies.

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the quality of being quick and having skill

phẩm chất nhanh chóng và có kỹ năng

Example:
  • the pianist's deftness of touch

    sự khéo léo của nghệ sĩ piano

the quality of having skill

chất lượng của việc có kỹ năng

Example:
  • She describes the situation with insight, deftness and economy.

    Cô ấy mô tả tình huống một cách sâu sắc, khéo léo và tiết kiệm.

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