professional
pro
prə
prē
fe
ˈfɛ
fe
ssio
ʃə
shē
nal
nəl
nēl
processional

Definition & Meaning of "professional"in English

professional
01

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun 

professional definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most professional
Comparative
more professional
gradable
domain
work, skill, occupation
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
singular
not gender specific
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. 

LanGeek

Download Our Mobile App

Lexical Tree

nonprofessional
professionally
unprofessional
professional
profession
profess
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

App Store