Proficiency

Quick meaning: Proficiency is a noun meaning Ability, skill, competence.

Meaning

Ability, skill, competence.

Example Sentences

a test of proficiency in English

to attain (or to reach) proficiency

But Pirates! comes with all the usual Aardman strengths intact, particularly the sense that its characters and creators alike are too good-hearted and sweet to nitpick. The ambition is all in the craft rather than in the storytelling, but it’s hard to say no to the proficiency of that craft, or the mild good cheer behind it.

Word Forms

• proficiencies
• proficience

Synonyms for proficiency

Depending on context, synonyms include ability, command, competence, skill, facility, technique.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include technique, facility, competent, expertness, competence, expertise.

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