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professional
01
doing an activity as a job and not just for fun
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most professional
Comparative
more professional
gradable
Examples
She is a professional photographer, specializing in portrait and wedding photography.
02
relevant to, connected with, or appropriate for a profession
Examples
She pursued a professional degree in medicine.
03
reflecting the qualities expected of someone in a profession
Examples
His professional demeanor impressed the clients.
04
(of a person or appearance) characterized by a high standard of competence, skill, and appropriate conduct, especially in a work or formal setting, conveying respect, seriousness, and expertise
Examples
The professional attire made her look ready for a corporate environment.
Professional
01
someone who practices a profession that requires advanced education and training
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
professionals
Examples
The doctor is a respected professional in the medical field.
02
a person who is highly skilled or competent in a particular activity
Examples
The professional was hired to oversee the company's financial audit.
03
a person who participates in a particular activity, especially a sport, as their primary paid occupation rather than as a hobby
Examples
He became a professional cyclist after winning several amateur races.
Lexical Tree
nonprofessional
professionally
unprofessional
professional
profession
profess
