dexterity
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/dekˈsterəti/
dex · ter · i · ty
dek · ˈster · ə · ti
English Definition
n. Skill and agility; adroitness
Significado en Español
destreza
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự khéo léo, sự thành thạo
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
dexter (right hand) + ity → dexterity, skill.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “Dexterity” as used in this sentence: The surgeon''s dexterity was evident as he performed the complex procedure.
A
Clumsiness
B
Skillfulness
C
Strength
D
Deceit
Show answer
B — Skillfulness.
“dexterity” means n. Skill and agility; adroitness
Common questions about “dexterity”
What does “dexterity” mean?
dexterity — n. Skill and agility; adroitness. In Chinese: 灵巧，熟练.
How do you pronounce “dexterity”?
dexterity is pronounced /dekˈsterəti/. It breaks into 4 syllables: dex · ter · i · ty.
Is “dexterity” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. dexterity appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “dexterity”?
dexter (right hand) + ity → dexterity, skill.
