professional
1pro·fes·sion·al
adj \prə-ˈfesh-nəl, -ˈfe-shə-nəl\Definition of PROFESSIONAL
1
a : of, relating to, or characteristic of a profession b : engaged in one of the learned professions c (1) : characterized by or conforming to the technical or ethical standards of a profession (2) : exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace
2
a : participating for gain or livelihood in an activity or field of endeavor often engaged in by amateurs <a professional golfer> b : having a particular profession as a permanent career <a professional soldier> c : engaged in by persons receiving financial return <professional football>
3
: following a line of conduct as though it were a profession <a professional patriot>
— pro·fes·sion·al·ly adverb
Examples of PROFESSIONAL
- Do you have any professional experience?
- You should seek professional advice.
- a golfer who recently turned professional
- I was impressed by the calm and professional way she handled the crisis.
- The presentation was very professional.
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