Synonyms for light-fingered

Synonyms for (adj) light-fingered

Synonyms: nimble-fingered, light-fingered

Definition: having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets

Usage: a light-fingered burglar who can crack the combination of a bank vault- Harry Hansen; the light-fingered thoughtfulness...of the most civilized playwright of the era- Time

Similar words: adroit

Definition: quick or skillful or adept in action or thought

Usage: an exceptionally adroit pianist; an adroit technician; his adroit replies to hecklers won him many followers; an adroit negotiator


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