proficiency
noun
pro·fi·cien·cy
prə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē 
1
: advancement in knowledge or skill : progress
2
: the quality or state of being proficient
Examples of proficiency in a Sentence
surprised by his proficiency at the game after only the briefest explanation of the rules
acquired proficiency at golf through long hours of practice
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To perform each individual task effectively, an employee needs a certain level of proficiency in different skills.
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Abakar Saidov, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Over the past two seasons, Williams’ proficiency in the midrange has become an integral part of the Thunder’s half-court setup, finishing the regular season in the 93rd and 96th percentile in midrange attempts, according to Cleaning the Glass.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 June 2025
Those earning a certificate or taking a single course must only meet certain enrollment requirements, such as English proficiency.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
Resident requirements remain but France has introduced stricter language proficiency requirements.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
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Abakar Saidov, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Over the past two seasons, Williams’ proficiency in the midrange has become an integral part of the Thunder’s half-court setup, finishing the regular season in the 93rd and 96th percentile in midrange attempts, according to Cleaning the Glass.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 1 June 2025
Those earning a certificate or taking a single course must only meet certain enrollment requirements, such as English proficiency.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
Resident requirements remain but France has introduced stricter language proficiency requirements.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for proficiency
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“Proficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proficiency. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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proficiency
noun
pro·fi·cien·cy
prə-ˈfish-ən-sē
plural proficiencies
: the quality or state of being proficient
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