Professionalism: meaning, definitions and examples

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professionalism

 

[ prษ™หˆfษ›สƒษ™nlหŒษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

workplace behavior

The competence or skill expected of a professional. It involves ethics, high standards, and dedication to one's work.

Synonyms

competence, expertise, integrity

Examples of usage

  • She demonstrated her professionalism by always meeting deadlines.
  • His professionalism was evident in the way he handled difficult clients.
Context #2 | Noun

attitude

The level of professionalism in someone's demeanor or behavior. It includes being respectful, punctual, and reliable.

Synonyms

dignity, polish, sophistication

Examples of usage

  • His professionalism shone through in the way he interacted with colleagues.
  • She exudes professionalism in everything she does.
Context #3 | Noun

career development

The continuous improvement and development of skills and knowledge in one's profession.

Synonyms

career advancement, growth mindset, skill development

Examples of usage

  • Professionalism is key to advancing in your career.
  • Continuous learning is a sign of professionalism.

Translations

Translations of the word "professionalism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น profissionalismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ‡เคถเฅ‡เคตเคฐเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Professionalitรคt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ profesionalisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพั„ะตัั–ะพะฝะฐะปั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ profesjonalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ—ใƒญใƒ•ใ‚งใƒƒใ‚ทใƒงใƒŠใƒชใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท professionnalisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ profesionalismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท profesyonellik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ „๋ฌธ์„ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุญุชุฑุงููŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ profesionalismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ profesionalizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ“ไธš็ฒพ็ฅž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ profesionalnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fagmennska

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำ™ัั–ะฑะธะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ แƒแƒคแƒ”แƒกแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ peลŸษ™karlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ profesionalismo

Etymology

The word 'professionalism' originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the word 'professional' which comes from the Latin word 'professio' meaning declaration. It was initially used to refer to the qualities or characteristics of a professional person in a given field. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of attributes and behaviors expected in various professions.

See also: unprofessional.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,592, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.