experienced

adjective

ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience : practiced
an experienced driver

Examples of experienced in a Sentence

The job calls for someone who is more experienced. for this delicate eye operation, seek out an experienced eye surgeon
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Want access to experienced surgeons using the latest techniques. William Jones, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024 Rather than pushing for an immediate decision, experienced agents respect this need and set up a follow-up call or meeting. David Price, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 The two who were selected are not as qualified, are less experienced and have no college education, etc. R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024 The distinctiveness of Portuguese filmmaking shows up even in collaboration with experienced DPs such as Mukdeeprom. Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for experienced 

Word History

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of experienced was in 1567

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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experienced. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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experienced

adjective
ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience
an experienced driver

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