Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

professional

[pruh-fesh-uh-nl] / prəˈfɛʃ ə nl /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

You can also give him a “great opportunity” to show him that not everyone is going to be pushed around by a professional who is intent on giving his company’s products priority.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Curaco's Kenji Gorre, now of Maccabi Haifa, made his professional debut with Swansea City in the final game of the 2014-15 Premier League season.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

While most U.S. professional sports leagues have embraced sports gambling, some have been more reluctant when it comes to prediction markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Williams recorded service winners of up to 120 mph during her first professional match since the 2022 U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Truth be told, he had rather enjoyed his brief moment of speaking on the professional stage.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




Vocabulary lists containing professional


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "professional" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com