Vocabulary Spotlight
Deft
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: कुशल (Kushal) – Skillful and quick in movement or action.
Pronunciation
[deft]
Synonyms, Antonyms & Related Words
Synonyms
Adept – निपुण (nipun)
Related Words
Agile – फुर्तीला (phurtila)
Word Origin
“Deft” Old English ke “daefte” se aaya hai, jo skillful aur gentle ko imply karta hai. Yeh 14th century mein English mein aaya.
Word Family
Adjective: Deft – कुशल (kushal)
Noun: Deftness – कुशलता (kushalta)
Usage Examples
1. Usne painting mein apni deft skills ka pradarshan kiya.
– She showed her deft skills in painting.
2. Wo ball ko deftly handle karta hai, isliye uske moves itne smooth hain.
– He handles the ball deftly, which makes his moves so smooth.
Cultural Note
India mein deft ka concept crafts, arts aur sports mein popular hai, jahan kisi vyakti ke kaam mein expertise aur skillfulness dekha jata hai.
In Context
“Deft” ka use tab hota hai jab koi vyakti kisi kaam mein bahut hi smooth aur skillful tareeke se perform karta hai.