experienced

adjective

ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience : practiced
an experienced driver

Examples of experienced in a Sentence

The job calls for someone who is more experienced. for this delicate eye operation, seek out an experienced eye surgeon
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Word History

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of experienced was in 1567

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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experienced. Accessed 19 May. 2024.

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experienced

adjective
ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience
an experienced driver

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