Wordle Answer for May 1, 2025
ADEPT was the Wordle answer for May 1, 2025. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
ADEPT
What adept means
Skillful and experienced at doing something, having acquired proficiency through practice or study.
Where the word comes from
From Latin *adeptus*, the past participle of *adipisci*, meaning "to attain" or "to acquire." The prefix *ad-* means "to," and *adipisci* comes from a root meaning "to grasp" or "to reach." The word entered English in the 16th century, originally denoting someone who had mastered a skill or craft, especially in alchemy or secret learning.
Hints for May 1, 2025
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Synonyms of adept
- proficient
- good
- maven
- virtuoso
- skilled
- sensation
- ace
- expert
Used in a sentence
The surgeon's _____ hands moved swiftly through the delicate operation without hesitation.
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