experienced
adjective
ex·pe·ri·enced
ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st 
: made skillful or wise through experience : practiced
an experienced driver
Synonyms of experienced
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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Many such locations restrict access to experienced pilots with specific endorsements.
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Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
But prosecutors felt differently, claiming that Plamberger made a series of irresponsible calls, and that he should be held accountable as the experienced climber of the party.
—Mary Beth Skylis, Outside, 26 Feb. 2026
When experienced teachers leave, students lose continuity and mentorship that cannot be easily replaced.
—Brian Bender, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Same, to a lesser degree, with Brandon Carlo, struggling and injured at times this season but also a big, experienced right-shot defenceman with another year left on his contract who can be replaced in the offseason.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
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Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
But prosecutors felt differently, claiming that Plamberger made a series of irresponsible calls, and that he should be held accountable as the experienced climber of the party.
—Mary Beth Skylis, Outside, 26 Feb. 2026
When experienced teachers leave, students lose continuity and mentorship that cannot be easily replaced.
—Brian Bender, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Same, to a lesser degree, with Brandon Carlo, struggling and injured at times this season but also a big, experienced right-shot defenceman with another year left on his contract who can be replaced in the offseason.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for experienced
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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experienced. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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experienced
adjective
ex·pe·ri·enced
ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st
: made skillful or wise through experience
an experienced driver
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