experienced
ihk-SPEER-reernst
Experienced (adj) means having gained skill or knowledge through practice over time. Example: “An experienced pilot handled the emergency landing calmly.”
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Having gained skill or knowledge through practice over time.
"An experienced pilot handled the emergency landing calmly."
"You need an experienced lawyer for a case this complex."
"Ask an experienced climber to check your ropes before the first trip."
How to use experienced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSkilled or knowledgeable because you've done something for a long time.
Common pairings
highly experienced
experienced professional
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more experienced
- Superlative
- most experienced
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Etymology
From experience + the past-participle ending -ed.
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What does “experienced” mean?
The word “experienced” means having gained skill or knowledge through practice over time. In plain terms, skilled or knowledgeable because you've done something for a long time.
How do you pronounce “experienced”?
“Experienced” is pronounced ihk-SPEER-reernst (/ɪkˈspɪɹ.i.ənst/ in IPA).
How do you use “experienced” in a sentence?
Here is “experienced” used in a sentence: “An experienced pilot handled the emergency landing calmly.”
What is another word for “experienced”?
Words with a similar meaning to “experienced” include practiced, seasoned, versed, qualified, veteran and accomplished.
What is the opposite of “experienced”?
The opposite of “experienced” — its antonyms — are inexperienced and green.
What part of speech is “experienced”?
“Experienced” is an adjective.
Is “experienced” a common word?
“Experienced” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between experienced and qualified?
Qualified means holding the credentials, training, or certificates a role requires — proof on paper. Experienced means having actually done the work many times over a long period. A newly qualified nurse has the qualifications but not yet the experience; a veteran may be deeply experienced. Ideally, someone is both.
What is the difference between experienced and skilled?
Skilled means having genuine ability at a task, however it was gained. Experienced means having done something repeatedly over time. Experience usually builds skill, so the two often go together, but a naturally skilled beginner may lack experience, while an experienced worker has been tested by years of practice.
What is the opposite of experienced?
The opposite is inexperienced — new to something and lacking practice. Related words include green, raw, and novice, all describing someone at the start of their learning. Where an experienced person has been tested over time, an inexperienced one has yet to build that track record.
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