practiced 1 of 2

adjective

ˈprak-təst How to pronounce practiced (audio)
variants also practised
Definition of practicednext
1
as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor a simple dish that any practiced chef should be able to produce even blindfolded

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2
as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability a highly practiced performance of a classic ballet

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practiced

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verb

variants also practised
past tense of practice
as in exercised
to do over and over so as to become skilled in order to play the guitar well, you need to practice fingering every single day

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Recent Examples of practiced
Adjective
Like a practiced preacher, Jim is slowly, methodically leading his congregation—speaking cryptically but with conviction as the music begins to swell. — Literary Hub, 14 Jan. 2026 For her fourth consecutive year as host, the comedian proved herself a practiced hand by delivering on this promise. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
The city hosted the official opening night while the Seattle Seahawks practiced at San Jose State University, and downtown held multiple fan events, including a large gathering at San Pedro Square Market. — Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 19 July 2026 Solar power for water heating and towel washing on demand is practiced. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for practiced
Recent Examples of Synonyms for practiced
  1. skilled
  2. virtuoso
  3. exercised
  4. adept
  5. skillful
  6. repeated
  7. proficient
  8. expert
Adjective
  • There just aren’t enough skilled American engineers to meet demand.
    — Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • But Jovic still has upside as a skilled 6-foot-10 forward who’s just 23 years old and impressed with the Serbian national team during the July window of European World Cup qualifying this summer.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
Definition of skilled
Adjective
  • The visual essay below features virtuoso examples of the techniques that designers have used to replicate the ideals of classical dress over the years, including draping, pleating, twisting, and wrapping.
    — Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 16 July 2026
  • Thanks to more than 200 years of intense and virtuoso scientific work, what were once valid or at least plausible concerns and objections to vaccines have been overcome.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Definition of virtuoso
Verb
  • For someone with autism that right can produce devastating consequences when exercised without a full appreciation of the risks.
    — Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
  • The focus will not center around Chase Briscoe, Ross Chastain, Shane van Gisbergen or Bubba Wallace, all of whom currently have contracts set to expire at the end of the 2027 season or options needing to be exercised.
    — Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 23 July 2026
Definition of exercised
Adjective
  • The team also found that residents in the Sardinian Blue Zone had higher levels of curiosity and receptiveness to new ideas in general, and were more adept at understanding and sharing their emotions.
    — Refractor, Refractor, 27 July 2026
  • But heading into his final year, Madsen has been working on becoming more adept at getting the ball down the field.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 26 July 2026
Definition of adept
Adjective
  • Jordan's first try from a chip kick by Jordie Barrett and a skillful recovery by Leroy Carter gave New Zealand the lead for the first time and against the run of play in the 30th minute.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
  • But the skillful way in which they are woven together belies the efforts that went into telling this story, and Lovely Reader, this dedication to quality fascinates me.
    — Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of skillful
Verb
  • The fact Mitchell is only 27 years old really threw me for a loop, having already repeated a few rotations of both appearing on and disappearing from my fantasy radar over the years.
    — John Laghezza, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • His speed and athleticism, especially for a guy of his size, are two points that were repeated at media day.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 23 July 2026
Definition of repeated
Adjective
  • In 2018, 31% of students at PS 40Q in South Jamaica were proficient in English.
    — Read Alliance, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • The International Criteria for ECG Interpretation in Athletes has reduced false-positive rates to approximately 3% when ECGs are interpreted by physicians proficient in these standards.
    — Torie Bosch, STAT, 18 July 2026
Definition of proficient
Adjective
  • Options include the Goat Trail traverse or Solo Creek to Chisana—both are around 25 miles and require expert backcountry skills.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026
  • Our expert panel consisted of roughly three dozen coaches, general managers, personnel directors, scouts and front office staffers across the country, representing every conference.
    — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 21 July 2026
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