ably

In proficient fashion

Ably means in a competent or skillful manner: She ably defended her thesis, He ably managed the crisis.

The word emphasizes capability and effectiveness—someone who performs ably gets the job done well.

competence

capably

With sufficient skill

adeptly · expertly · deftly · skilfully · adroitly · handily · aptly · efficiently · reliably · dependably

dexterity

dexterously

With skilled coordination

gracefully · smoothly · fluidly · lithely · precisely · delicately · cleverly · ingeniously · artfully · craftily

mastery

masterfully

With exceptional proficiency

magnificently · splendidly · remarkably · exceptionally · outstandingly · impressively · formidably · consummately · flawlessly · impeccably

Opposites
competence and skill

ablyincompetently

Without adequate skill

poorly · ineptly · unskillfully · clumsily · inexpertly

Phrases
Family

able, enable, unable, capable, disabled, disable, enables, enabling, enabled

Familiarity
Top 200,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G