skilled

/ˈskild/

adjective

  1. having acquired mastery of or skill in something (such as a technique or a trade)

  2. of, relating to, or requiring workers or labor with skill and training in a particular occupation, craft, or trade

skilled in the art of negotiation

proficient adept skilled skillful expert mean having great knowledge and experience in a trade or profession. proficient implies a thorough competence derived from training and practice. adept implies special aptitude as well as proficiency.

verb

  1. to make a difference : matter, avail

verb

  1. to reduce the level of skill needed for (a job)

  2. to reduce the level of skill needed for a job by (a worker)