professionals

NOUN

person prepared for work by extended study or practice

Synonyms

STRONGEST

artist expert pro specialist

STRONG

adept artiste authority brain egghead hotshot powerhouse pundit shark star superstar virtuoso whiz wizard

WEAK

old hand old pro old war-horse phenom proficient whiz kid

Antonyms

STRONG

amateur rookie

WEAK

apprentice greenhorn

Example Sentences

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A 15-month investigation by the Association of Tennis Professionals in 2023 said it found “insufficient evidence” to support the claims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

The union that represents the striking Kaiser workers, called United Nurses Assns. of California/Union of Health Care Professionals and known as UNAC/UHCP, said it called a new strike because contract talks had stalled.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

Dragons' Den star Sara Davies and former MasterChef: The Professionals judge Marcus Wareing - who previously worked under Gordon Ramsay - were also among the guestlist.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025

In addition to California, three other states — Colorado, Texas and Utah — have passed laws that set some rules for AI across the private sector, according to the International Assn. of Privacy Professionals.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

Professionals encourage and support environments that produce trust by demonstrating integrity through ethical and inclusive decision-making.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin