professional
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a person who has a job that requires special training or a high level of education.
n.a person belonging to a profession that typically requires advanced education or specialised training.
Simple“She is a medical professional who has worked in hospitals for ten years.”
In context“The conference brought together legal and financial professionals to discuss the implications of the new regulatory framework.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
n.someone who is paid to do an activity, like a sport, instead of doing it as a hobby.
n.an individual who earns their livelihood from a specific activity, particularly in sports or the arts, as opposed to an amateur.
Simple“He played football for fun as a child, but now he is a professional.”
In context“Transitioning from a gifted amateur to a touring professional requires not only talent but also a rigorous commitment to daily practice and physical conditioning.”
- 03 A2 Elementary
adj.showing the high quality or good behavior that you expect from a trained person.
adj.exhibiting the standards, competence, or etiquette expected of a member of a profession.
Simple“The report looks very professional with all the charts and clear headings.”
In context“Maintaining a professional demeanour during a crisis is essential for leadership, as it instils confidence in the rest of the team.”
Antonyms - 04 B1 Intermediate
adj.describing a job or activity that you do for money as your main work.
adj.engaged in a specified activity as one's main paid occupation rather than as a pastime.
Simple“She decided to seek professional advice before signing the contract.”
In context“The athlete's professional career was cut short by a series of injuries that prevented him from competing at the highest level.”
Usage professional football · professional bodies · professional development
From Middle English professhennalle, professhynalle; equivalent to profession + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.