noun
- plural of deftness; the quality of being skillful, quick, and sure in movement or action
Usage: typically used in formal or literary contexts; uncountable in singular form, but plural form appears in comparative or multiple-instance discussions
Examples
- The surgeon's deftnesses with the scalpel were evident in the precision of each incision.
- The pianist displayed remarkable deftnesses across multiple musical styles.
- The acrobat's various deftnesses—balance, timing, and strength—made the performance breathtaking.
- Her deftnesses in negotiation helped close the difficult deal.
- The craftsman's deftnesses were honed over decades of practice.
- The dancer moved with such deftnesses that the audience held its breath.