# deftly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈdɛftli/

**CEFR level:** B1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a deft manner; quickly and neatly in action. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.

## Synonyms

- skillfully — Dictionary-listed nearby meaning; check context before substituting.

## Antonyms

- unskillfully — Opposite listed by the lexical source.

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