professional

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adjective

pro·fes·sion·al prə-ˈfesh-nəl How to pronounce professional (audio)

-ˈfe-shə-nᵊl

: of, relating to, or characteristic of a profession

: engaged in one of the learned professions

c(1)

: characterized by or conforming to the technical or ethical standards of a profession

(2)

: exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace

: participating for gain or livelihood in an activity or field of endeavor often engaged in by amateurs

a professional golfer

: having a particular profession as a permanent career

a professional soldier

: engaged in by persons receiving financial return

professional football

: following a line of conduct as though it were a profession

a professional patriot

professionally adverb

Example Sentences

Adjective Do you have any professional experience? You should seek professional advice. a golfer who recently turned professional I was impressed by the calm and professional way she handled the crisis. The presentation was very professional. Noun The bathtub was installed by a professional. The tournament is open to both amateurs and professionals. a golfer who recently became a professional She handled the situation like a professional. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

One hangover from the Soviet era is a proclivity to rat out personal or professional adversaries, so some tips could come from within the Russian military and intelligence offices.

Jillian Kay Melchior, WSJ, 18 Sep. 2022 Look to do brand collaborations that align with your personal and professional values.

Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2022 Unfortunately, most cleaning methods will damage lacquered brass, so your best option is to take the piece to a professional.

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2022 Between 2008 and 2021, Spears’ father served as her conservator, putting him in charge of her finances, and decisions regarding her personal and professional life.

Prarthana Prakash, Fortune, 13 Sep. 2022 The consultant conducted a check of Gonzalez’s personal and professional background.

John Hilliard, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Sep. 2022 They've been married since 2017 and are currently working on their fourth film together Dave Franco and Alison Brie have successfully married both their personal and professional lives.

Jessica Booth, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Bored of their personal and professional lives, three single women—Jane, Alex, and Sukie respectively—accidentally summon their ideal man: a devilishly handsome stranger named Daryl.

Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2022 Biographers point to the queen's devotion to duty as her most important personal and professional characteristic, raising questions about whether the monarchy can survive long without her.

Maria Puente And Jeff Stinson, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2022

Noun

Hackl is largely credited with being the first professional to be bestowed the title of Chief Metaverse Officer.

Pauleanna Reid, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 Because of this, experts recommend collaborating with a licensed professional before selecting your new furnace.

Mia Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2022 That said, though, here are some of the most common signs and causes that the stabbing pain in your stomach might require attention from a medical professional.

Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 6 Sep. 2022 Women and families would be able to place a baby in such a box so that a medical professional can immediately take custody and care of the baby.

Taylor Pettaway, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Sep. 2022 Buyers who might be worried about injuries should consider contacting a medical professional.

Chris Smith, BGR, 2 Sep. 2022 The criminal investigation began in November 2021, when a Park City student told a medical professional that his principal had touched him inappropriately in 2019.

Courtney Tanner, The Salt Lake Tribune, 18 Aug. 2022 The rule requiring a certified trainer or licensed medical professional at all football games, which was passed previously but delayed during the pandemic, will go into effect this fall.

Brendan Kurie, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2022 While these centers masquerade as medical clinics, under half report having a licensed medical professional on staff and most don’t offer actual medical services.

Paige Mcglauflin, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	professional
释义	professional 1 of 2 adjective pro·fes·sion·al prə-ˈfesh-nəl -ˈfe-shə-nᵊl 1 a : of, relating to, or characteristic of a profession b : engaged in one of the learned professions c(1) : characterized by or conforming to the technical or ethical standards of a profession (2) : exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace 2 a : participating for gain or livelihood in an activity or field of endeavor often engaged in by amateurs a professional golfer b : having a particular profession as a permanent career a professional soldier c : engaged in by persons receiving financial return professional football 3 : following a line of conduct as though it were a profession a professional patriot professionally adverb professional 2 of 2 noun : one that is professional especially : one that engages in a pursuit or activity professionally Example Sentences Adjective Do you have any professional experience? You should seek professional advice. a golfer who recently turned professional I was impressed by the calm and professional way she handled the crisis. The presentation was very professional. Noun The bathtub was installed by a professional. The tournament is open to both amateurs and professionals. a golfer who recently became a professional She handled the situation like a professional. See More Recent Examples on the Web Adjective One hangover from the Soviet era is a proclivity to rat out personal or professional adversaries, so some tips could come from within the Russian military and intelligence offices. Jillian Kay Melchior, WSJ, 18 Sep. 2022 Look to do brand collaborations that align with your personal and professional values. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2022 Unfortunately, most cleaning methods will damage lacquered brass, so your best option is to take the piece to a professional. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2022 Between 2008 and 2021, Spears’ father served as her conservator, putting him in charge of her finances, and decisions regarding her personal and professional life. Prarthana Prakash, Fortune, 13 Sep. 2022 The consultant conducted a check of Gonzalez’s personal and professional background. John Hilliard, BostonGlobe.com, 11 Sep. 2022 They've been married since 2017 and are currently working on their fourth film together Dave Franco and Alison Brie have successfully married both their personal and professional lives. Jessica Booth, Peoplemag, 9 Sep. 2022 Bored of their personal and professional lives, three single women—Jane, Alex, and Sukie respectively—accidentally summon their ideal man: a devilishly handsome stranger named Daryl. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2022 Biographers point to the queen's devotion to duty as her most important personal and professional characteristic, raising questions about whether the monarchy can survive long without her. Maria Puente And Jeff Stinson, USA TODAY, 8 Sep. 2022 Noun Hackl is largely credited with being the first professional to be bestowed the title of Chief Metaverse Officer. Pauleanna Reid, Forbes, 18 Aug. 2022 Because of this, experts recommend collaborating with a licensed professional before selecting your new furnace. Mia Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2022 That said, though, here are some of the most common signs and causes that the stabbing pain in your stomach might require attention from a medical professional. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 6 Sep. 2022 Women and families would be able to place a baby in such a box so that a medical professional can immediately take custody and care of the baby. Taylor Pettaway, San Antonio Express-News, 2 Sep. 2022 Buyers who might be worried about injuries should consider contacting a medical professional. Chris Smith, BGR, 2 Sep. 2022 The criminal investigation began in November 2021, when a Park City student told a medical professional that his principal had touched him inappropriately in 2019. Courtney Tanner, The Salt Lake Tribune, 18 Aug. 2022 The rule requiring a certified trainer or licensed medical professional at all football games, which was passed previously but delayed during the pandemic, will go into effect this fall. Brendan Kurie, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2022 While these centers masquerade as medical clinics, under half report having a licensed medical professional on staff and most don’t offer actual medical services. Paige Mcglauflin, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use Adjective 1606, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun 1811, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing professional professional foul professional corporation inter-professional professional foul professional corporation inter-professional Kids Definition professional 1 of 2 adjective pro·fes·sion·al prə-ˈfe-shə-nᵊl 1 : relating to an occupation : of or as an expert professional advice 2 : taking part in an activity (as a sport) in order to make money 3 : participated in by people who are paid to compete professional sports 4 : having or showing a quality appropriate in a profession He did a very professional job. professional 2 of 2 noun 1 : a person who does a job that requires special education or skill 2 : a person who is paid to participate in a sport or activity Medical Definition professional 1 of 2 adjective pro·fes·sion·al prə-ˈfesh-nəl, -ən-ᵊl 1 : of, relating to, or characteristic of a profession 2 : engaged in one of the learned professions 3 : characterized by or conforming to the technical or ethical standards of a profession professional 2 of 2 noun : a person who is professional especially : a person who engages in a pursuit or activity professionally professional 1 of 2 adjective 1 as in technical having or showing trained ability in a particular field of knowledge Many of the applicants lacked the professional experience the job required. She had always dreamed of becoming a professional boxer. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance technical expert pro skilled specialized skillful experienced technicalized specialist educated qualified proficient specialistic veteran adept seasoned master practiced trained ace prepared accomplished masterful masterly authoritative practised directorial schooled magisterial Antonyms & Near Antonyms nonprofessional unprofessional general lay nontechnical inexpert ordinary overall common generic universal generalized untechnical nonspecific nonexclusive See More 2 as in civil in a serious and polite manner She found his presentation informative and his delivery quite professional. Employees were expected to act in a professional manner when dealing with potential customers. Synonyms & Similar Words civil businesslike respectable distinguished polished proper gracious courteous dignified sophisticated serious-minded earnest mannerly serious nice correct decorous befitting decent genteel well-bred artful refined elevated seemly unsmiling solemn no-nonsense humorless de rigueur staid sober sedate po-faced uncomic sobersided severe grave cool weighty Antonyms & Near Antonyms unprofessional unbusinesslike improper artless undignified comic light funny indecent unseemly comical ridiculous unmannerly hysterical hilarious ludicrous hysteric lighthearted frivolous riotous goofy laughable droll antic foolish uproarious risible farcical humorous playful mad zany insane silly scatterbrained lunatic absurd crazy puerile unwise screaming flighty wacky jocular fatuous nutty flippant jerky nonsensical whacky kooky joking harebrained loony preposterous witless sidesplitting brainless asinine cuckoo sappy daft facetious daffy ludic balmy dotty flip cockeyed senseless screwball featherbrained kittenish light-headed half-witted looney weak-minded kookie jesting See More professional 2 of 2 noun as in specialist a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field If you want the job done right, you really should hire a professional. Synonyms & Similar Words specialist consultant pro craftsman enthusiast expert fan journeyman devotee aficionado hired gun guru addict proficient buff master adept artist virtuoso sharp scholar hotshot afficionado connoisseur shark all-rounder crackerjack geek ace wizard maestro past master jack-of-all-trades whiz maven authority Renaissance man meister fiend mavin dab hand cognoscente hand crackajack dab Antonyms & Near Antonyms novice beginner apprentice neophyte amateur layman nonprofessional dilettante dabbler inexpert nonexpert See More
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