borrowed from French, going back to Old French, "handsome, elegant, skilled (in combat)," from a-, prefix, perhaps with intensive value (going back to Latin ad- ad-droit "straight, direct, true, regular," going back to Latin directus "straight, direct"
adjective
having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
an adroit leader
cleveradroitcunningingenious mean having or showing practical wit or skill in contriving. clever stresses physical or mental quickness, deftness, or great aptitude. adroit often implies a skillful use of expedients to achieve one's purpose in spite of difficulties.