Professionalism Meaning
/pɹəˈfɛʃənəˌlɪzəm/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe status, methods, character or standards expected of a professional or of a professional organization, such as reliability, discretion, evenhandedness, and fair play.
nounThe use of professionals rather than amateurs in any sport etc.
Sentence Examples
The main advantage of our company is professionalism.
Are we talking about professionalism?
CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ was evident in his punctuality and neat appearance at work.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her ____ in dealing with the difficult client impressed everyone who witnessed the interaction.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English professional Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ῐ́ζω (-ĭ́zō) Proto-Indo-European *-mos Proto-Indo-European *-mós Ancient Greek -μός (-mós) Ancient Greek -ισμός (-ismós)der. English -ism English professionalism From professional + -ism.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"[…] all one can do is marvel at Ward-Prowse's fitness, professionalism and dedication to not only start week after week but also to get better. The man just goes on and on. That’s why he is Southampton’s very own Duracell Bunny."
— 2021 April 10, Dan Sheldon, “Bleep tests, omelettes and car park ice baths: How James Ward-Prowse plays every single minute for Southampton”, in The Athletic, archived from the original on 23 Jul 2025:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ was evident in his punctuality and neat appearance at work.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her ____ in dealing with the difficult client impressed everyone who witnessed the interaction.