Meaning of the word deftly in English

What does deftly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deftly

US /ˈdeft.li/
UK /ˈdeft.li/

Adverb

in a skillful and quick way; cleverly

Example:
He deftly avoided the question.
The chef deftly sliced the vegetables.