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adepter

|a-dept-er|

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/əˈdɛptər/

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/əˈdɛptə/

skilled person

Etymology
Etymology Information

'adepter' originates from the Latin word 'adeptus,' meaning 'to attain or achieve.'

Historical Evolution

'adeptus' transformed into the French word 'adepte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adepter.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who has attained knowledge,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a skilled person.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who is skilled or proficient in a particular area or activity.

She is an adepter at solving complex puzzles.

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Last updated: 2025/05/06 19:36