PROFICIENCIES Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

proficiencies

noun

plural of proficiency

as in skills

a highly developed skill in or knowledge of something surprised by his proficiency at the game after only the briefest explanation of the rules

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Recent Examples of proficiencies Lucrative, fully remote data science jobs with robust salaries usually require technical proficiencies that are gauged in an interview. —

Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026 Industry experience and demonstrated proficiencies are among the top factors considered by employers surveyed in NACE’s Job Outlook 2026. —

IEEE Spectrum, 25 Dec. 2025 Development should bridge current and required proficiencies, as well as solve real problems in real time (not across a six-week rollout or in a one-hour webinar). —

David James, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for proficiencies

Noun

My dad’s strong work ethic and study skills were inevitably passed down to my siblings, instilling in us a belief that good grades were non-negotiable.

— Pamela Brill, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026
The combine wrapped up in Indianapolis Sunday and 319 college football players were invited to show off their skills and interview with teams.

— American Statesman staff, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026