Synonyms of ambidextrous
3 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for ambidextrous is both-handed. Other synonyms of ambidextrous are either-handed and two-handed. The opposite of ambidextrous is ambisinistrous.
Synonyms and similar words for ambidextrous
adjectiveMore synonyms
- both-handedSkilled or able to use either hand, with unspecified degrees of equalness; ambidextrous.
- either-handedAble to use either (right or left) hand, often equally well; ambidextrous.
- two-handedAmbidextrous.
Opposite of ambidextrous
adjectiveMore antonyms
- ambilevousHaving equally bad ability in both hands; clumsy; butterfingered.
- ambisinistrousClumsy, ambilevous.
Meaning of ambidextrous
- adjective Having equal or comparable ability in both hands; in particular, able to write well with both hands.
- adjective Equally usable by left-handed and right-handed people (as a tool or instrument).
- adjective Practising or siding with both parties.
ambidextrous in other languages
Questions about synonyms of ambidextrous
- What is another word for ambidextrous?
- Ambidextrous has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as both-handed, either-handed and two-handed.
- What is the opposite of ambidextrous?
- The opposite of ambidextrous is ambisinistrous.
- What does ambidextrous mean?
- Ambidextrous means having equal or comparable ability in both hands; in particular, able to write well with both hands.
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