expertise

¹ American  

[ek-sper-teez] / ˌɛk spərˈtiz /

noun

1. expert skill or knowledge; expertness; know-how.

   business expertise.

2. a written opinion by an expert, as concerning the authenticity or value of a work of art, manuscript, etc.

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expertise ² American  

[ek-sper-tahyz] / ˈɛk spərˌtaɪz /

verb (used with or without object)

Chiefly British.

expertised, expertising

1. expertize.

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expertise British  

/ ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz /

noun

1. special skill, knowledge, or judgment; expertness

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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

Rio Tinto said the acquisition will leverage the companies’ “deep and complementary expertise across the aluminium value chain to unlock the next phase of growth at CBA.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Landing Palantir as a customer is a major win for Innodata, further validating its technical expertise and leadership in AI training solutions.

From Barron's

“Where jurisdictional questions are at issue, the Commission has the expertise and responsibility to defend its exclusive jurisdiction over commodity derivatives,” Selig said.

From Barron's

At every turn, it seems, the right people show up, offering funds and expertise.

From The Wall Street Journal

Beyond being a catalyst for small-business growth, this program has been a godsend for many mentors whose talents and expertise enter a new realm of importance.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• ability
• competence
• facility
• know-how
• proficiency
• prowess
• savvy
• skill