skill set

noun

: a set of skills

especially : a collection of skills and abilities that can be applied to a professional or creative endeavor

The job is a good match for her skill set.

She chooses to pursue a position in public relations—"journalism's evil twin"—reasoning that it will require much the same "skill set" that a published writer has.

—Alexandra Jacobs

Cauchetier's skill set—he was both a high-wire documentarian and, in effect, a director of fictions—uniquely qualified him to share in the multifarious spirit of the New Wave.

—Richard Brody

Examples of skill set in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That experiment has been a mixed bag, with the Leafs still desperately missing Marner’s game-breaking skill set. —Harman Dayal, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026

Franz’s professional identity also reflects a modern, multifaceted skill set—one that integrates communication, composure, and performance. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026

Ayton’s strengths lie in his work in the pocket, but their complementary skill sets have been critical for the Lakers frontcourt. —Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025

Wembanyama has mastered the skill sets of much smaller players. —Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 25 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for skill set

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• brevet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette