Word Meaning

skill definition and meaning

n. Discrimination; judgment; propriety; reason; cause.
n. Knowledge; understanding.
n. The familiar knowledge of any art or science, united with readiness and dexterity in execution or performance, or in the application of the art or science to practical purposes; power to discern and execute; ability to perceive and perform; expertness; aptitude; as, the skill of a mathematician, physician, surgeon, mechanic, etc.
n. Display of art; exercise of ability; contrivance; address.
n. Any particular art.
v. t. To know; to understand.
v. i. To be knowing; to have understanding; to be dexterous in performance.
v. i. To make a difference; to signify; to matter; -- used impersonally.

Crossword clues for skill

- Ability
- acquisition
- Art
- attainment
- Craft
- dexterity
- Expertise
- Proficiency
- Prowess
- Talent