expertness

noun

Definition of expertnessnext
as in expertise

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  1. expertise
  2. proficiency
  3. experience
Noun
  • Large DAFs, like those affiliated with Schwab, Fidelity and Vanguard, also have expertise valuing private shares and other assets.
    — Robert Frank, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Dickies combines an iconic workwear heritage with SureWerx’s expertise in occupational safety and performance footwear.
    — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of expertise
Noun
  • Researchers found that former residents' new local elementary schools have 4 to 8% lower proficiency in both math and reading on California standardized tests.
    — Tim Fang, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • The Eagles’ proficiency in the draft afforded them defensive dominance at a discount.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of proficiency
Noun
  • One example is United Airlines’ fleet of Boeing 767s, which feature all the carrier’s very latest cabin comfort experiences, but four of which entered service way back in 1991.
    — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The exhibitions here dive into Black experience both in Canada and beyond.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of experience
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