proficient Meaning, Definition & Usage

adjective satellite having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
good; practiced; expert; skillful; adept; skilful.
- adept in handicrafts
- an adept juggler
- an expert job
- a good mechanic
- a practiced marksman
- a proficient engineer
- a lesser-known but no less skillful composer
- the effect was achieved by skillful retouching
adjective of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill
technical.
- his technical innovation was his brushwork
- the technical dazzle of her dancing

L. proficiens, -entis, p. pr. of proficere to go forward, make progress; pro forward + facere to make. See Fact, and cf. Profit, ()

One who has made considerable advances in any business, art, science, or branch of learning; an expert; an adept; as, proficient in a trade; a proficient in mathematics, music, etc.

Well advanced in any branch of knowledge or skill; possessed of considerable acquirements; well-skilled; versed; adept,