experienced

adjective

ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience : practiced
an experienced driver

Examples of experienced in a Sentence

The job calls for someone who is more experienced. for this delicate eye operation, seek out an experienced eye surgeon
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Wednesday's report also said Iran has not reconsidered its September 2023 decision to ban some of the agency's most experienced inspectors from monitoring its nuclear program. Stephanie Liechtenstein The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 27 Feb. 2025 That way, the union says, more experienced officers would stay on the force, reducing turnover and vacancies. Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025 The good news is that three experienced options are battling for two spots, plus a few young players to be excited about. Kennington Smith Iii, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025 To lower your risk of injury, choose a beginner class with an experienced instructor. Amy Kwan, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for experienced

Word History

First Known Use

1567, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of experienced was in 1567

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“Experienced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experienced. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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experienced

adjective
ex·​pe·​ri·​enced ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)st How to pronounce experienced (audio)
: made skillful or wise through experience
an experienced driver

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