Monday, March 18, 2024

Word of the Day: Adroit

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adjective 1. Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
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French, mid-17th century
Why This Word?
"Adroit" is a loanword borrowed directly from French. In French, "à droit" is translated as "according to the right" or "properly," but in English, "adroit" is an adjective that can refer to either physical or mental dexterity. ...
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