expertise
noun
ex·per·tise
ˌek-(ˌ)spər-ˈtēz 
-ˈtēs
-ˈtēs
1
: the skill of an expert
2
: expert opinion or commentary
Synonyms
Examples of expertise in a Sentence
While the declared nuclear powers have wobbled in their commitment to get rid of their arsenals, the rise of a global black market in nuclear expertise and materials has made the Bomb more attainable for everyone else.
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Michael Elliott, Time, 1 Aug. 2005
The English magazine The Spectator employs me as "Dear Mary," a so-called agony aunt, in which capacity I have over the years gained considerable expertise in various areas of etiquette …
—Mary Killen, Atlantic, May 2001
Can anyone out there drive a bloody automobile? By driving I do not mean simply guiding a two-ton lump of steel and plastic along a smooth stretch of macadam, but actually steering, braking, and shifting the thing with a modicum of competence, if not outright expertise.
—Brock Yates, Car & Driver, October 2001
If a company that spends millions of dollars a year on a fancy advertising campaign to brag about its Web design expertise can't steer a motivated buyer like me to a Buy Now button in less than 30 minutes, then what hope is there for smaller, less experienced retail sites?
—Michelle Slatalla, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2001
His expertise on defense will help the team.
her expertise in legal matters
Michael Elliott, Time, 1 Aug. 2005
The English magazine The Spectator employs me as "Dear Mary," a so-called agony aunt, in which capacity I have over the years gained considerable expertise in various areas of etiquette …
—Mary Killen, Atlantic, May 2001
Can anyone out there drive a bloody automobile? By driving I do not mean simply guiding a two-ton lump of steel and plastic along a smooth stretch of macadam, but actually steering, braking, and shifting the thing with a modicum of competence, if not outright expertise.
—Brock Yates, Car & Driver, October 2001
If a company that spends millions of dollars a year on a fancy advertising campaign to brag about its Web design expertise can't steer a motivated buyer like me to a Buy Now button in less than 30 minutes, then what hope is there for smaller, less experienced retail sites?
—Michelle Slatalla, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2001
His expertise on defense will help the team.
her expertise in legal matters
Recent Examples on the Web
With roots in engineering and an illustrious career managing campaigns for iconic events like the Oscars and American Idol, Valdez brought a unique blend of technical expertise and creative vision to his work.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Most of these users will not have the skills or expertise to navigate a risky upgrade path, a potential need to reverse, or note the signs of an incompatibility issue that drops them off security support.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
As the displays get more elaborate (thanks in part to peer pressure), installation gets more complicated and requires more expertise.
—Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
The partnership has sharpened her sound, blending her natural talent with Mustard’s polished expertise.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
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Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Most of these users will not have the skills or expertise to navigate a risky upgrade path, a potential need to reverse, or note the signs of an incompatibility issue that drops them off security support.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
As the displays get more elaborate (thanks in part to peer pressure), installation gets more complicated and requires more expertise.
—Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
The partnership has sharpened her sound, blending her natural talent with Mustard’s polished expertise.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Expertise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/expertise. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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expertise
noun
ex·per·tise
ˌek-(ˌ)spər-ˈtēz
-ˈtēs
-ˈtēs
: the skill of an expert
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