O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dextrous

/dɛkstrəs/ adjective · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does dextrous mean?

adjective

Having skill of hand or fingers; skilled in using hands; having a natural aptitude for manual skills.

Example

"She was a dextrous artist, able to paint intricate details with ease."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for dextrous

Antonyms of dextrous

Rhymes with dextrous

Etymologically related