acrobatically
- adverb
- /ˌækrəˈbætɪkli/
- First, in some shorebirds, including many sandpipers and snipes, the males display acrobatically while fighting over mates, or perhaps to attract females (Jehl and Murray 1986).
Examples
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Fortunately for the hosts, Ruddy was up to the task, acrobatically tipping the ball behind for a corner.
Blog text (32) -
These emblematic Chicago stylists made the most of electric amplification, a hard regularization of an often irregular country beat, and the tension between acrobatically lyrical lines of voice or guitar and a dense, grounded, driving ensemble sound.
Academic text (2002) -
With impressive skill, the gymnast performed acrobatically on the balance beam, dazzling the audience.
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The dancer moved acrobatically across the stage, showcasing her agility and expertise in every leap.
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The athlete acrobatically maneuvered through the obstacle course, impressing everyone with his agility and quick reflexes.
Synonyms
To do something very well because you have practice and control
In a way that shows physical strength or skill
In a skillful and clever way
To do something with the hands in a skilled way
To act in a clever, skillful way to handle a difficult situation
To do something with skill and quick, careful hand movements
How Acrobatic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Acrobatically comes from acrobat, which uses the Greek parts akros 'high' and bainein 'to go', so an acrobat is someone who moves or balances high above the ground. So to do something acrobatically is to do it with skill, quick balance, or clever moves, like an acrobat.