Answer:
The adjective adept means to be very good or proficient at something, highly skilled. (The noun form is less frequently used, a master or someone proficient.)

Examples :
"She is adept in math and science."
"He was quite adept at making excuses for his tardiness."
"The mayor was an adept in local politics."

(*The capitalized form relates to various mystical fiction. See the related link.)
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