expertise
1 Americanverb (used with or without object)
noun
Etymology
Origin of expertise
First recorded in 1865–70; from French: “survey, report (made by experts),” with -ise understood as an abstract noun suffix; expert, -ise 2
Example Sentences
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They have the expertise to make portfolio adjustments thoughtfully over time rather than to react to short-term noise.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
He sought us out, eager to learn our industry while sharing his expertise in this new technology.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
He has no use for expertise or talent; he prefers people who will grovel before him.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
Add his dead-ball expertise and Rice is the full package as a midfielder in the top class.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
The intensive classes were great because they provided one-on-one expertise.
From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge
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