skilled

[skild]

adjective

1. having skill; trained or experienced in work that requires skill.

2. showing, involving, or requiring skill, as certain work.

skilled

/ skɪld /

adjective

1. possessing or demonstrating accomplishment, skill, or special training

2. (prenominal) involving skill or special training

   a skilled job

Other Word Forms

• multiskilled adjective
• nonskilled adjective
• overskilled adjective
• underskilled adjective
• well-skilled adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of skilled¹

First recorded in 1545–55; skill ¹ + -ed ³

Synonym Study

See skillful.

Example Sentences

But he isn’t as skilled a politician as Rubio, and he isn’t as adept at bending his knee.

From Salon

He got his due in “A New Era” when he proved himself to be a skilled screenwriter and charmed Phyllis Baxter.

From Los Angeles Times

The number of people on skilled worker visas being granted asylum has also fallen, according to the department.

From BBC

The elements are then assembled at the back of the showroom, in a skilled process that can take up to six months to complete.

From BBC

Applicants need 70 points to qualify for a skilled worker visa, which can last up to five years before it needs to be extended.

From BBC

Related Words

• able 
• adept 
• experienced 
• proficient