professional
Translation
professional
Examples
She gave a very professional presentation.
She gave a very professional presentation.
He is a professional basketball player.
He is a professional basketball player.
Grammar Patterns
professional ((noun)) relating to a job or paid activity He is a professional photographer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expert, skilled; Antonyms: amateur, unskilled
Etymology
From Latin 'profiteri' (to declare publicly). 'pro-' (forth) + 'fateri' (to acknowledge).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'pro' who does something for a 'profession' (job).