seasoned
adj.adj. having a lot of experience in a particular job or activity. It can also describe food that has salt, pepper, or herbs added to it for better flavor.
adj. having substantial experience in a specific field or activity; alternatively, refers to food enhanced with salt, spices, or herbs. Often used as a participial adjective following a linking verb or preceding a noun.
The seasoned traveler always carries a spare battery.
The company hired a seasoned manager to lead the team through the difficult merger process.
While the novice struggled with the complex software, her seasoned colleague navigated the interface with an ease born of years of daily practice.
Often used attributively before a noun to describe professional expertise.
He is a season workerHe is a seasoned workerThe adjective form 'seasoned' is required to describe an experienced person; 'season' is a noun or a verb.