adv
skillfully
adv
1
In a way that shows real skill or expertise.
"She skillfully diffused the tense situation."
How to Use Skillfully
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDone with clear ability and expertise.
UK vs US
American spelling; British English writes "skilfully."
Word Forms
more skillfully comparative, most skillfully superlative
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Etymology
From "skillful" plus the adverb ending "-ly."