skill
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1.0
- noun
- /skɪl/
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- Previous instruction and practice with this skill would be helpful before students begin the unit.
- reading skills
- literacy skills
- basic skills
Jake Paul has shown more skill than JJ has shown.
- Jake Paul has shown more skill than JJ has shown.
- Instead of teaching math, you should teach real world skills, teach job skills.
- Do learn the work ethic and the skills that match your ambition.
- You're going to let them prove their skills to you over time.
- Always nice to spend the weekend learning a new skill, guests.
- You need a handful of physiological skills to age super well.
- And we saw the lack of the skill set really show up.
- And if they're not, at least I have the skill set to reverse quickly.
- Stress helps us develop skills that we didn't have before.
- You don't have a lot of skills, so I don't.
Examples
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Let us acknowledge his skill as a pitcher.
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Students are expected to master mathematical skills as well as media and visual literacies.
Academic text (2015) -
You become really, really good at social skills without knowing it.
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No, you have to learn the skills to become successful.
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Both the interest levels and critical thinking skills of students were enhanced in this setting.
Academic text (2015) -
When students record their own podcasts, they develop skills in research, writing, public speaking, and advocacy.
Academic text (2015) -
Your diplomatic skill... would be richly rewarded here.
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He developed his skill in painting after years of practice and dedication.
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Many employers look for candidates with strong communication skills during interviews.
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Practicing a musical instrument enhances both your skill and your appreciation for the art.
Synonyms
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1.0
Skill or power to do something
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1.2
An ability someone has naturally to do something well
585
1.8
A natural ability to do something well, like music or languages
473
3.6
Ability to do something or develop a skill
302
4.9
Special skill or knowledge in one area, for example law
136
4.1
Practical skill and experience for doing technical tasks
69
4.1
Ability to do a task well because of skill and knowledge
52
6.1
Great skill in an activity like music or sport, often after practice
42
4.2
A natural talent for learning or doing something well
39
4.1
The skills and knowledge needed to do something well
37
4.2
Very high skill in a subject or activity
30
4.7
A high level of skill in a subject or activity gained through practice
25
4.2
An ability to do something easily and well
12
2.9
An ability someone is born with to do something well
9
3.4
A natural ability that is strong but not yet trained
8
3.4
A talent someone is born with that they do not learn
6
8.6
Very great skill and control in music or dance
1
5.6
A high level of skill at doing something
High skill or knowledge in a specific area
A quality of being very good at doing something
Antonyms
Compounds
- Jargon
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3.5
An ability a video game character has from their chosen role to do special actions
1
3.5
The ability to protect yourself from physical harm using simple fighting moves
To use both hands equally well, for example when writing or playing an instrument
How Skilled
Surface Forms
Etymology
Skill comes from an old Norse word skil that meant 'to separate' or 'understand', giving the idea of knowing the parts of a task. So skill today means the ability to do something well because you know how its parts work.