Synonyms for Skilled
Definition of skilled
adjective
- 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"
19 synonyms found
Writing tips for "skilled"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like accomplished, adept, complete can replace "skilled" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Skilled" in song lyrics
See how skilled is used in real songs:
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"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