Definition of DEXTROUS

dextrous

Adjective Satellite

  • skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands

Adj

  • Alternative spelling of dexterous.

Adjective

  • Skillful and clever in handling objects or ideas; adroit.

Examples

  • A dextrous player can manipulate tiles on their rack to quickly spot potential bingos.

Origin / Etymology

See dexterous.

Synonyms

deft, dexterous

Scrabble Score: 16

dextrous: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
dextrous: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
dextrous: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 17

dextrous: valid Words With Friends Word