The difference between Proficient and Skilled
When used as adjectives, proficient means good at something, whereas skilled means having or showing skill.
Proficient is also noun with the meaning: an expert.
check bellow for the other definitions of Proficient and Skilled
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Proficient as an adjective:
Good at something; skilled; fluent; practiced, especially in relation to a task or skill.
Examples:
"He was a proficient writer with an interest in human nature."
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Proficient as a noun:
An expert.
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Skilled as an adjective:
Having or showing skill; skillful.
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Skilled as an adjective:
Requiring special abilities or training.
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Skilled as a verb: