professionalism
noun/prəˈfeʃənəlɪzəm/
/prəˈfeʃənəlɪzəm/
[uncountable]- the high standard that you expect from a person who is well trained in a particular job
- We were impressed by the professionalism of the staff.
- Their duties were carried out with commitment and professionalism.
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- great skill and ability
- the power and professionalism of her performance
- the practice of using professional players in sport
- Increased professionalism has changed the game radically.
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