professional — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

professional (/prəˈfeʃ.ən.əl/)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Adjectives

🔊 /prəˈfeʃ.ən.əl/

Meaning

Meaning: expert, work-related

Relating to a job; or showing high skill and standards.

Examples

🗣 Her professional attitude impressed the clients during the entire project.

Etymology

From ‘profession’ (Latin ‘professio’, public declaration) plus ‘-al’.

How & Where It’s Used

Common in careers and standards of conduct.

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Tags: work

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