professionalism (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: prəˈfɛʃənəlɪzəm
Definition
The competence, skill, and high standards of behavior expected of someone in a specific career.
Examples
The new manager was praised for her professionalism during the difficult merger negotiations.
A lack of professionalism in the office can quickly damage a company's reputation with its clients.
He demonstrated true professionalism by admitting his mistake and immediately working to fix the error.
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