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professionalism

[/prəˈfɛʃənəlɪzəm/]
noun
profissionalismo
1. The competence or skill expected of a professional; the practice, methods, and character traits that are expected of a professional
Her professionalism in handling the crisis impressed everyone.
O profissionalismo dela ao lidar com a crise impressionou a todos.
2. The qualities of being professional such as responsibility, accountability, and integrity in one's work
The team demonstrated great professionalism during the negotiations.
A equipe demonstrou grande profissionalismo durante as negociações.
3. The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize a profession or a professional person
Professionalism requires maintaining high ethical standards.
O profissionalismo requer manter altos padrões éticos.
Synonyms
expertisecompetenceproficiencyintegritydedication
Antonyms
amateurismincompetencenegligenceunprofessionalism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
profissionalismo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
profissionalismo
Common in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
profissionalismo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintain professionalism
show/demonstrate professionalism
lack of professionalism
standard of professionalism
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