prowess — Exceptional skill, ability, or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Exceptional skill, ability, or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpraʊəs/
Example Sentences
- The chef's culinary prowess turned a simple egg into a masterpiece that made Gordon Ramsay weep with joy.
- Her prowess in mathematics is legendary - she can solve calculus problems while sleepwalking.
- The company's technological prowess has revolutionized the industry.
prowess
NOUN[/ˈpraʊəs/]
Exceptional skill, ability, or expertise in a particular activity or field.
While the clumsy recruit dropped his sword in panic, the veteran knight defeated three enemies at once, showing his incredible prowess.
PROW(brave) + ESS(state) — entering a state(ESS) of being purely PROW(brave), the warrior demonstrated absolute combat prowess against the giant beast.
Executing a completely flawless triple spin on the ice, the young skater showed her unbelievable physical prowess to the entire world.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'prouesse', derived from Old French 'proece' meaning bravery or valor. Originally referred to courage in battle, but now means exceptional skill in any field.
Breakdown
prou- (from Old French 'prou' meaning profit/advantage) + -esse (suffix forming abstract nouns)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The chef's culinary prowess turned a simple egg into a masterpiece that made Gordon Ramsay weep with joy.”
“Her prowess in mathematics is legendary - she can solve calculus problems while sleepwalking.”
“The company's technological prowess has revolutionized the industry.”
“His prowess as a negotiator helped him buy a Ferrari for the price of a bicycle.”
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