skill set

noun

: a set of skills

especially : a collection of skills and abilities that can be applied to a professional or creative endeavor

She chooses to pursue a position in public relations—"journalism's evil twin"—reasoning that it will require much the same "skill set" that a published writer has.

—Alexandra Jacobs

Cauchetier's skill set—he was both a high-wire documentarian and, in effect, a director of fictions—uniquely qualified him to share in the multifarious spirit of the New Wave.

—Richard Brody

Examples of skill set in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Although natural charisma might get you in the door, knowing how to navigate conversations—especially when emotions run high—is a different skill set altogether. —Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 29 Jan. 2025

This low success rate is primarily because leaders are not equipped with the necessary skill sets to navigate the complexities of people and situations successfully. —Tony Gambill, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025

President Trump will continue to appoint highly qualified men and women who have the talent, experience and necessary skill sets to Make America Great Again. —Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025

Skinner’s shrinking opportunity can be chalked up to the limitations of his skill set. —Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above