Definition

In a way that shows skill and competence in doing something.

Example

She completed the project proficiently, impressing her manager with her skills.

Conversation

Have you seen how she plays the piano?

Yeah, she does it so proficiently!

I wish I could play like that one day.

With practice, you’ll get there and play just as proficiently!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Proficiently → It is formed from "proficient" (from Latin "proficere", meaning to advance or make progress) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "proficiently" means in a manner that shows skill or competence, indicating a high level of ability or expertise.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is making progress ('proficere') and doing something skillfully — that's how you remember that 'proficiently' means doing something with skill.

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