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skillfulness Synonyms

Another word for skillfulness

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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of having or showing great skill, expertise, or proficiency in a particular activity or craft.

Usage Example

"The surgeon's remarkable proficiency during the complex procedure saved the patient's life."

Strongest
proficiency
expertise
adeptness
dexterity
deftness
Strong
mastery
adroitly
competence
artistry
craftsmanship

Opposites of skillfulness

The opposite of skillfulness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

ineptitude
incompetence
clumsiness
awkwardness
maladroitness
inability
inefficiency
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• Nearby Words

skillet
skillful
skillfully
skillfulness
skillset
skilsaw
skim

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Skillfulness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/skillfulness
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