skilled
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
having the training and experience needed to do something well.
possessing the necessary ability, training, or knowledge to perform a task or role effectively.
Simple“The company is looking for skilled workers who have experience with modern machinery.”
In context“The restoration of the cathedral required highly skilled stonemasons who could replicate the intricate Gothic carvings with historical accuracy.”
SynonymsAntonymsunskilledinexpert - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
describes a job or task that needs special abilities or training to do.
characterised by the requirement of specialised training or technical expertise.
Simple“Nursing is a skilled profession that requires years of study and practice.”
In context“Economists often distinguish between skilled and unskilled labour when analysing the impact of automation on the regional manufacturing sector.”
Synonyms
Usage highly skilled · skilled labour · skilled worker
“Those included about 40,000 Palm workers and 70,000 skilled workers, including aged care nurses.”
“Making documentaries, though, is often about taking people to the places they’re most skilled at avoiding.”
From skill (noun) + -ed.
From skill (verb).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.