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What is another word for Proficiency? – 158 Proficiency Synonyms

    Need another word for Proficiency? Use these synonyms of Proficiency from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    expertise skill mastery competence ability aptitude knowledge dexterity adroitness finesse proficiency virtuosity skillfulness adeptness proficiency capability capacity talent fluency articulateness eloquence erudition scholarship learnedness acquaintance familiarity understanding comprehension grasp expertise skill mastery competence ability aptitude knowledge dexterity adroitness finesse virtuosity skillfulness adeptness capability capacity talent fluency articulateness eloquence erudition scholarship learnedness

    Meaning of Proficiency

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, proficiency refers to a high level of competence or skill in a particular subject or activity.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines proficiency as the state of being proficient, having a high level of development or skill.
    • The Cambridge Dictionary defines proficiency as the ability to do something well, because you have a lot of skill or knowledge.

    Example Uses

    • The language learner's proficiency in English improved significantly after a year of study abroad.
    • The company requires all new employees to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
    • The doctor's proficiency in surgery was evident in the successful operation.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    incompetence ineptness inability inadequacy incapability ineffectiveness inefficiency clumsiness awkwardness unskillfulness ignorance illiteracy inexperience incompetence ineptness inability inadequacy incapability ineffectiveness inefficiency clumsiness awkwardness unskillfulness ignorance illiteracy inexperience ineptitude unproficiency amateurishness unskilledness