professionalism

[US]/prə'feʃ(ə)n(ə)lɪz(ə)m/
[UK]/prə'fɛʃənə'lɪzəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. characteristics of a profession, professional behavior, expertise in a specific field.

Phrases & Collocations

demonstrate professionalism

lack of professionalism

maintain professionalism

Example Sentences

It aims to enhance teachers’ professionalism.

They are impressed by the sheer professionalism of the performance.

high levels of professionalism which may result in burnout.

you cannot fault him for the professionalism of his approach.

There are three kinds of discourses and ideologies about legal profession in modern societies, namely, professionalism, elitism and plebeianism.

high level of professionalism

demonstrate professionalism in the workplace

professionalism is key to success

maintain professionalism at all times

lack of professionalism can harm your reputation

professionalism is expected in this industry

professionalism is valued in a team environment

uphold a standard of professionalism

professionalism can lead to career advancement

Real-world Examples

PROFESSIONALISM Professionalism denotes behavior that characterizes a person as a professional.

Source: New Clinical Medicine English Textbook

They also praise the professionalism and high quality of their E.U. business partners.

Source: CRI Online October 2019 Collection

Passengeres credited the professionalism of pilots and flight attendants for handling the close call.

Source: AP Listening February 2016 Collection

Ah. You're too kind, and I aspire to your level of professionalism, Sam.

Source: 6 Minute English

So in my mind I had to switch this to professionalism.

Source: VOA Standard English_Americas

You don't exactly exude professionalism, so it's hard for me to imagine...- What?

Source: "Reconstructing a Lady" Original Soundtrack

Well, these's...it becomes this issue of professionalism, there's dark side and light side? Isn't it?

Source: Steve Jobs: The Lost Interview

Build contacts that can speak to your professionalism and your work habits.

Source: Crash Course: Business in the Workplace

Pat builds cultures of winning by enforcement, professionalism and preparation, which became a part of my DNA.

Source: NBA Star Speech Collection

I know you think I'm being a hardass, but I'm just looking for a basic level of professionalism.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 3

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