adj
skilled
skihld
adj
1
Having a high level of ability, especially through training or experience.
"She's a skilled surgeon with decades of practice."
2
Requiring special training or expertise.
"Welding is a skilled trade."
How to Use Skilled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCompetent and well-trained, or (of work) requiring that kind of training.
Common pairings
skilled worker
highly skilled
skilled labor
Word Forms
more skilled comparative, most skilled superlative
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Etymology
From "skill" plus the "-ed" ending.