skilled

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the required knowledge, abilities, or expertise to perform a specific task or occupation.

• adjective

  Having received training or education in a particular area or skill.

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Pronunciation

1. /skɪld/
   
   
   
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2. /skɪld/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

split

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with skilled
hiled , wiled

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Variants

List of all variants of skilled that leads to same result
skilled , skill , skilling , skills , de-skill , de-skilled , de-skilling , de-skills

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

skillful, skilfully, more skilled, most skilled

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old English 'scilan', meaning 'to be able'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that 'skilled' is an antonym of the word 'unskilled'?

2. The term 'skilled labor' refers to jobs that require a high level of expertise and training.

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Related Concepts

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1. Expertise: The extensive knowledge or mastery of a particular subject or skill.

2. Proficiency: The ability to perform a task or function efficiently and effectively.

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Culture

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In literature and art, 'skilled' often refers to characters or individuals who possess exceptional abilities or talents. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', Ophelia sings of 'skills [men] must use', highlighting the importance of mastering various skills in life.

How to Memorize "skilled"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself performing a task with great skill and ease.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'skilled' with words like 'expert', 'proficient', and 'masterful'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Skillful Sam' to remember the meaning of 'skilled'.

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