1
a
: the ability to use one's knowledge effectively and readily in execution or performance
b
: dexterity or coordination especially in the execution of learned physical tasks
2
: a learned power of doing something competently : a developed aptitude or ability
language skills
skill-lessness
noun
or skillessness
skilled; skilling; skills
Examples of skill in a Sentence
Noun
Poker is a game of luck and skill.
The work is difficult and requires a lot of skill.
Cooking is a useful skill.
He has excellent social skills.
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Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your kitchen organizational skills need an upgrade, try implementing these life-changing food storage containers that come with non-slip, airtight lids.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
The ability to evaluate the quality of information, as well as the skills required to present accurate knowledge online, may matter even more now, 25 years into Wikipedia’s existence.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 15 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, the denim giant kicked off the Levi’s Wear Longer Project, a new national initiative developed in partnership with Discovery Education aimed at equipping students with practical clothing repair and customization skills, from sewing a button to patching a hole or tailoring a hem.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The program is for high school students who are not four-year college bound and provides free mentorship and early career exposure along with help building skills.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2026
If your kitchen organizational skills need an upgrade, try implementing these life-changing food storage containers that come with non-slip, airtight lids.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2026
The ability to evaluate the quality of information, as well as the skills required to present accurate knowledge online, may matter even more now, 25 years into Wikipedia’s existence.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 15 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, the denim giant kicked off the Levi’s Wear Longer Project, a new national initiative developed in partnership with Discovery Education aimed at equipping students with practical clothing repair and customization skills, from sewing a button to patching a hole or tailoring a hem.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for skill
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“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skill. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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