Both Uses of
adroit
in
The Count of Monte Cristo
- Then he descended with cautious and slow step, for he dreaded lest an accident similar to that he had so adroitly feigned should happen in reality.†
Chpt 23-24 *
- He was spoken of as the most adroit, the strongest, and the most courageous contadino for ten leagues around; and although Teresa was universally allowed to be the most beautiful girl of the Sabines, no one had ever spoken to her of love, because it was known that she was beloved by Vampa.†
Chpt 33-34
Definition:
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(adroit) skillful in action or thought