proficiency

pro·fi·cien·cy

noun \prə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē\

Definition of PROFICIENCY

1

: advancement in knowledge or skill : progress

2

: the quality or state of being proficient

Examples of PROFICIENCY

1. <surprised by his proficiency at the game after only the briefest explanation of the rules>
2. <acquired proficiency at golf through long hours of practice>

First Known Use of PROFICIENCY

1544

Related to PROFICIENCY

Synonyms: IQ, mastership, mastery, command

Antonyms: inexperience

Related Words: virtuosity; facility, hang; fluency, literacy; experience, expertise, know-how, practice (also practise), skill(s); acquaintance, familiarity, intimacy

Near Antonyms: incompetence, incompetency; ignorance, illiteracy, unfamiliarity

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