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professionally

/prəˈfɛʃənəli/
pro · fes · sion · al · ly
Adjective:professional
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• adverb

1

In a competent, skillful, or ethical manner expected of a trained practitioner.

Example

"The customer service representative handled the difficult complaint professionally and calmly."

2

As a paid occupation or career rather than merely as a hobby or pastime.

Example

"She began playing the violin at age six and started performing professionally in her early twenties."

3

With respect to one's career, profession, or work life.

Example

"Moving to the capital proved to be a rewarding decision both personally and professionally."

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• Nearby Words

professional
professionalism
professionalize
professionally
professor
professorial
professorship

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Professionally. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/professionally
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