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Definitions

skill

[skil] / skɪl /
NOUN
ability, talent to do something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accomplishment art artistry clout competence dexterity experience expertise finesse ingenuity intelligence job know-how proficiency prowess quickness readiness savvy technique
STRONG
address adroitness aptitude cleverness command craft cunning deftness dodge ease expertness facility goods handiness knack line makings moxie profession skillfulness sleight smarts stuff trade
WEAK
expertism one's thing right stuff what it takes
Antonyms
STRONGEST
clumsiness ignorance inability incompetence ineptness lack
STRONG
avocation difficulty entertainment fun stupidity
WEAK
incapability incapacity inexperience

Example Sentences

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It didn’t hurt that May had been uniquely trained to spot undervalued talent—a skill that took on new importance in the wide-open world of the transfer portal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

From 65-6, against an attack with its tail up, Foakes and Lawes rebuilt with high resolve and skill.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Critics argue the system rewards workers not for skill or experience, but for what their behavior reveals about their financial vulnerability.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

But that agenda is also profoundly narcissistic and poorly conceived, not to mention managed by shameless lickspittles whose only authentic job skill lies in praising the boss.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

A teacher who understands harmony can help tremendously with this particular skill.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.