1
a
: the ability to use one's knowledge effectively and readily in execution or performance
b
: dexterity or coordination especially in the execution of learned physical tasks
2
: a learned power of doing something competently : a developed aptitude or ability
language skills
skill-lessness
noun
or skillessness
skilled; skilling; skills
Examples of skill in a Sentence
Noun
Poker is a game of luck and skill.
The work is difficult and requires a lot of skill.
Cooking is a useful skill.
He has excellent social skills.
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Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
This work ripples far beyond the therapy room, equipping clients with the skills to handle the messiness of real relationships in their day-to-day lives.
—Maytal Eyal, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
As for the love story at the heart of things, real-life singer-songwriters Koerner and Varga, both making their movie debuts, inhabit their roles with unpolished sincerity, if not technical skill.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Apple plans to double its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, focusing on advanced manufacturing techniques and skill development nationwide.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Assigning meaningful responsibilities fosters skill development and builds trust.
—Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
This work ripples far beyond the therapy room, equipping clients with the skills to handle the messiness of real relationships in their day-to-day lives.
—Maytal Eyal, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025
As for the love story at the heart of things, real-life singer-songwriters Koerner and Varga, both making their movie debuts, inhabit their roles with unpolished sincerity, if not technical skill.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
Additionally, Apple plans to double its U.S. Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, focusing on advanced manufacturing techniques and skill development nationwide.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
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“Skill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skill. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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