Professional
12 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Relating to or belonging to a profession, or having the qualities or competence expected of a professional person. Professional indicates high standards of skill, behaviour, and conduct in one's occupation.
“She maintained a professional demeanour throughout the difficult negotiations with the client.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/prəˈfɛʃənəl/
Syllables
pro·fes·sion·al
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Wordle
Contains 'PROFESS' base with double 'S' and multiple vowels; 'IONAL' ending
Scrabble
Valuable 12-letter word with 'F' and double 'S' for points
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