professionally
adverb
Simple meaning
For one's paid career.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
pɹəˈfɛʃənəli
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Definition
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adverb
As a professional; for one's paid career.
In a professional manner
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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Engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood.
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The expertness characteristic of a professional person.
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A performer who dances professionally.
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