Meaning & Definition of word "Pro"

Pro

/proʊ/

1. A professional, especially in a sport or a particular area of expertise.
- Example: He is a pro at playing guitar, having performed for over a decade.
2. A person who acts professionally and is skilled in a certain area.
- Example: The pro gave valuable tips to the amateur players during the tournament.
3. An argument or evidence in favor of something.
- Example: One of the pros of digital learning is its flexibility.

1. In favor of; in support of.
- Example: I am pro choice, believing that individuals should have the right to make their own decisions.

Shortened form of 'professional'.

pro and con:

The advantages and disadvantages of something.

pro bono:

Legal work done voluntarily and without payment.

pro forma:

Done as a formality; for the sake of appearance.

professional:

A person who is skilled in a particular field.

amateur:

A person who engages in a pursuit for pleasure, not as a profession.

expert:

A person who has a high level of knowledge or skill in a particular area.

Meaning: Used informally to describe someone highly skilled.

Example Sentence: He's a coding pro; he can fix any bug.

Meaning: A term used in gaming for a skilled player.

Example Sentence: She's a total pro in that game.