The position requires applicants to be skilled in spoken English.
Source: tatoeba (26209)
Skilled
/skɪld/
Synonyms for "skilled" (183 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (37)
Adjective(13 words)
Noun(6 words)
applied math expertarithmetic proficientartistic abilityartistic achievementbe capable ofbeing able
Verb(1 words)
Strong matches (55)
Noun(8 words)
consiglio espertocraft disciplinesdeveloped language skillsfly ball fieldinggiftedhighly proficientjourneymanmaster plan creation
Adjective(13 words)
conversantcrackcrackerjackefficiencyeffortlessexperiencedexpertexpert atfinishedgiftedgoodgood atgreathandy atingeniousinitiateinitiatedlearnedmastermaster of
Adjective(13 words)
credentialeddevelopdeveloped societydexterousdisciplinededucateenhanceequipexperienced lawyergreat artistrygymnasticinstructinterpersonal competence
Verb(1 words)
Related words (91)
Adjective(14 words)
Noun(18 words)
Determiner(2 words)
more language-skilled teachersmost art technique
Adjective(23 words)
nimbleprofessional advocateprofessional artistprofessional backgroundprofessional communitiesprofessional dictionprofessional jargonprofessional languageprofessional qualificationprofessional relationshipproficientqualifiedseasoned officialsenior lawyerskilfulstrong linguistic abilitytalentedtalented artistteachtechnical german
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: able, abler, accomplished, accomplished, accomplished fact.
- Sentence evidence is available for skilled, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from wiktionary, derived_reverse, moby, opengloss, and related lexical sources.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "skilled".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "skilled"
Keep "skilled" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "skilled" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "skilled", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "skilled" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
11 entriesablecapablecompetentdexterityeducateenablefacilitatemanual skillprofessionalqualified professionaltrain
More specific
12 entriescertificationcertified engineercoachcompetency developmentdrillexpertfine motor skilllicensed plumberprecision gripprofessionaltraining programtutor
Collocations
12 entriesskill developmentskill gapskill masteryskill setskill transferskilled engineerskilled laborskilled operatorskilled technicianskilled tradesskilled workforceupskill
Inflections
4 entriesDerivations
3 entriesAntonyms
1 entriessimilar
23 entriesShowing 16 of 23 words.
Sample sentences
12 total sentences available.
The average skilled workers now earn over $10,000 a year.
Source: tatoeba (239592)
A skilled mechanic earns decent wages.
Source: tatoeba (266736)
How long does it take to get reasonably skilled?
Source: tatoeba (329434)
Showing 4 of 12 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "skilled"?
Closest matches include able, abler, accomplished, accomplished, accomplished fact.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "skilled"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.