Definitions
adj. Very skilled at doing something.
熟练的；擅长的
n. Someone who is highly skilled in a particular activity.
能手；行家
Example
My sister is adept at fixing old bicycles.
我姐姐很擅长修理旧自行车。
Teachers who are adept at using digital tools can adapt lessons to meet a wider range of learning needs.
擅长使用数字工具的教师能够调整课程，以满足更多样的学习需求。
Collocations
- adept at solving problems
- adept at handling
- technically adept
Word family
- adeptly (adv.)
- adeptness (n.)
Synonyms
- skilled
- proficient
- accomplished
Antonyms
- inept
- unskilled
Usage tip
常用be adept at doing，表示擅长做某事。
FAQ
- What does adept mean?
- Very skilled at doing something. Someone who is highly skilled in a particular activity.
- How is adept pronounced?
- UK /əˈdept/, US /əˈdept/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
