Skilled Definition

skilled
adjective
  1. having or showing or requiring special skill; "only the most skilled gymnasts make an Olympic team"; "a skilled surgeon has many years of training and experience"; "a skilled reconstruction of her damaged elbow"; "a skilled trade"

"Skilled" in song lyrics

See how skilled is used in real songs:

  • "You, know that I am skilled"
    Erykah Badu — Turn Me Away (Get Munny)
  • "If ignorance is bliss, then Bless is skilled"
    Bless f/ Cappadonna, Janette Sewell — Keep Rising
  • "Tight and skilled"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit

Usage tips for "skilled"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "skilled" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for skilled to find words that pair well.

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