as in specialists
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
If you want the job done right, you really should hire a professional.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of professionals
Since then some high-profile medical professionals have called for caution in this medical field, including British pediatrician Hilary Cass.
—
Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 6 Jan. 2025
Some conduct themselves as stand-up men and true professionals, while others don't.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
There are professionals and free resources out there well-suited for that.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
Skillshare—online classes for creative professionals.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The ships are self-sufficient floating cities, housing medical professionals, engineers, teachers, and support staff who ensure smooth operations.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
For active traders, mentors or industry professionals can provide insights into trading techniques, risk management, and market analysis.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
One strategy is to create AI-Human Hybrid roles which give entry level professionals the responsibility for AI oversight and as well as completing professional tasks.
—Jeanne Meister, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
When feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to colleagues, mentors, or mental health professionals.
—David Ko, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR, 6 Jan. 2025
Some conduct themselves as stand-up men and true professionals, while others don't.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
There are professionals and free resources out there well-suited for that.
—R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
Skillshare—online classes for creative professionals.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
The ships are self-sufficient floating cities, housing medical professionals, engineers, teachers, and support staff who ensure smooth operations.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
For active traders, mentors or industry professionals can provide insights into trading techniques, risk management, and market analysis.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
One strategy is to create AI-Human Hybrid roles which give entry level professionals the responsibility for AI oversight and as well as completing professional tasks.
—Jeanne Meister, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
When feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to colleagues, mentors, or mental health professionals.
—David Ko, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near professionals
Cite this Entry
“Professionals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/professionals. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share