skill set

noun

: a set of skills

especially : a collection of skills and abilities that can be applied to a professional or creative endeavor

She chooses to pursue a position in public relations—"journalism's evil twin"—reasoning that it will require much the same "skill set" that a published writer has.

—Alexandra Jacobs

Cauchetier's skill set—he was both a high-wire documentarian and, in effect, a director of fictions—uniquely qualified him to share in the multifarious spirit of the New Wave.

—Richard Brody

Examples of skill set in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Astrid stands out as a positive representation of a confident and smart young woman who doesn’t rely on her beauty, but rather her instincts and her unique skill set. —Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 12 June 2025

This demonstration will feature the skill set to find specific odors such as narcotics, explosives and wildlife. —Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2025

Over the second half of last season, safety Derwin James Jr. settled into a role that elevated his skill set. —Daniel Popper, New York Times, 10 June 2025

Glenn appears to have a clear idea of how the Jets offense would like to utilize Corley, given his skill set. —Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 9 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for skill set

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• brevet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette