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Definition of skillfully

skillfully

/ˈskɪlfəli/
(UK: skilfully)
skill · ful · ly
Adjective:skillful
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• adverb

1

American In a manner that shows great skill, expertise, or proficiency; adeptly.

Example

"The surgeon skillfully repaired the damaged tendon during the three-hour operation."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "skillfully" in American English and "skilfully" (with a single 'l' in the first syllable) in British and Commonwealth English.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Skillfully. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/skillfully
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