prowess Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
    artistry; art.
    • the art of conversation
    • it's quite an art

WordNet

Prow"ess noun
Etymology
OF. proece, proesce, F. prouesse. See Prow, a.
Definitions
  1. Distinguished bravery; valor; especially, military bravery and skill; gallantry; intrepidity; fearlessness. Chaucer. Sir P. Sidney.
    He by his prowess conquered all France. Shak.

Webster 1913