Skilled
/skɪld/
Definitions
Having or showing knowledge, ability, or training to perform a task or activity well.
/skɪld/
Having or showing skill; expert.
She is a skilled programmer.
💡 Simply: Imagine someone who's really good at something, like a skilled chef who can make amazing food or a skilled painter who can create beautiful art. They have learned how to do it really well!
👶 For kids: Being good at doing something. Like, if you're skilled at drawing, you draw very well!
More Examples
The company is looking for skilled workers.
The carpenter was skilled at building furniture.
How It's Used
"The skilled surgeon performed the operation flawlessly."
"The school aims to develop skilled readers and writers."
"A skilled athlete can perform complex movements with ease."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Middle English *skilful*, from Old Norse *skjald*, meaning "skill, knowledge".
The word "skilled" has been used since the 14th century, often to denote someone knowledgeable in a craft or art.
Memory tip
Think of a "skillful" carpenter who is "skilled" in their trade.
Word Origin
"skill, knowledge"