Practiced

/ˈpræktɪst/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of practice; to have engaged in an activity repeatedly to improve skill.

He practiced the piano every day until he mastered the piece.

To have carried out or executed a procedure or method.

They practiced their presentation multiple times before the conference.

adjective

Skilled or proficient in a particular activity due to training or experience.

She is a practiced musician, having played the violin for over fifteen years.

Habitual or customary; done or performed regularly.

His practiced approach to problem-solving impressed the entire team.

Middle English, from the Old French 'practiquer', from Latin 'practicare', meaning to practice or perform.

practice makes perfect:

The more you perform a task, the better you become at it.

to put into practice:

To apply a theory or idea in a real situation.

practice what you preach:

To act in accordance with the advice you give to others.

To be experienced or skilled at something.

He’s a practiced pro at getting out of tough situations.

To rehearse or go through the motions of a task.

She’s just practicing for the big game later.