Adept
Example: Adept individuals perform tasks skillfully
Definition
"Adept" refers to individuals who are highly skilled or proficient at performing tasks, often demonstrating expertise and competence in a particular area or activity.
Etymology
The word "adept" comes from the Latin word 'adeptus,' meaning 'having obtained' or 'achieved,' originally referring to someone who has attained a high degree of skill or knowledge. Did you know? The term was often used historically for alchemists who had mastered their craft.
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"Adept" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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