plural pros
1
: an argument or evidence in affirmation
an appraisal of the pros and cons
2
: the affirmative side or one holding it
: on the affirmative side : in affirmation
much has been written pro and con
: in favor of : for
public relations officer
1
a
: earlier than : prior to : before
prothalamion
b
: rudimentary : prot-
pronucleus
c
: precursory
proinsulin
2
a
: located in front of or at the front of : anterior to
procephalic
b
: front : anterior
prothorax
3
: projecting
prognathous
1
: taking the place of : substituting for
procathedral
procaine
2
: favoring : supporting : championing
pro-American
Examples of pro in a Sentence
Noun
He is a pro when it comes to household repairs.
She handled that tricky situation like an old pro.
Recent Examples on the Web
Tony East, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
While his appearance ticks off a lifetime goal for Ackman, his foray into professional tennis was met with derision from fans of the sport, including journalists and former pros.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
But there's more to life than just what happens on the court; going pro also means adjusting to a new day-to-day reality.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
That matched the second-highest finish by a Sun Devil, the other coming from current PGA pro Jon Rahm in 2016.
—Michelle Gardner, The Arizona Republic, 27 May 2021
Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
Taking on a painting project yourself, rather than hiring a pro, might seem like a worthwhile way to cut down on the overall cost.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
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Noun
The three-year pro finished the win with 24 points on 8/10 shooting.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
While his appearance ticks off a lifetime goal for Ackman, his foray into professional tennis was met with derision from fans of the sport, including journalists and former pros.
—Ben Morse, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
Adverb
For a truly memorable experience, the travel pro recommends chartering a yacht through the Inside Passage, a scenic coastal route known for glacier views and frequent wildlife sightings, including bears and whales.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2025
But there's more to life than just what happens on the court; going pro also means adjusting to a new day-to-day reality.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025
Preposition
The backstory: Since bringing in longtime pro Wayne Ferreira as coach and taking his game more seriously, Tiafoe has really transformed his career over the last couple years.
—Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
That matched the second-highest finish by a Sun Devil, the other coming from current PGA pro Jon Rahm in 2016.
—Michelle Gardner, The Arizona Republic, 27 May 2021
Noun or adjective
Until now, the ex-NFL executive's appointment has earned him praise from several pros, including Tiger Woods himself.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 July 2025
Taking on a painting project yourself, rather than hiring a pro, might seem like a worthwhile way to cut down on the overall cost.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
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Cite this Entry
“Pro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pro. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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pro
1 of 5 noun
plural pros
ˈprōz
: an argument or evidence in favor of something
discuss the pros and cons
pro
2 of 5 adverb
: in favor of something
pro
3 of 5 noun or adjectivepro-
4 of 5 prefix
: located in front of or at the front of
prothorax
pro-
5 of 5 prefix1
: taking the place of : substituting for
pronoun
2
: favoring : supporting
pro-American
Etymology
Noun
Middle English pro "an argument in favor of something," from Latin pro (preposition) "in favor of, for"
Noun or adjective
a shortened form of professional
Prefix
derived from Greek pro "before, forward"
Prefix
derived from Latin pro "in front of, for"
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