skill set

noun

: a set of skills

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

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

Considering the Steelers are in their sub packages about 80 percent of the time, this well-rounded skill set should help Harmon contribute in all phases of the defense and on all three downs. —Mike Defabo, New York Times, 19 May 2025

Many frameworks emphasize technical skill sets or behavioral competencies. —Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 17 May 2025

Listen to this article With the draft order now set for the top 14 picks, the NBA turned its attention toward the court at Wintrust Arena on Tuesday to begin analyzing the measurements and skill sets of the 2025 prospects. —Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025

These matches demonstrated the women's division's skill sets and storylines, contributing to the event's overall success. —Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 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