Word meaning
dexterity
noun · dek-STAIR-ih-tee
What does dexterity mean?
Dexterity means skill in performing tasks, especially with the hands.
Dexterity in a sentence
“Knitting that fast takes real dexterity.”
Synonyms for dexterity
- nimbleness
- skill
- deftness
Where does dexterity come from?
From Latin dexter, "on the right; skillful."
How to remember dexterity
- Say it out loud a few times: dek-STAIR-ih-tee.
- Write one sentence of your own using dexterity, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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