Meaning & Definition of Prowess in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Great skill or expertise in a particular activity.

  Example Sentence: Her prowess in music earned her a scholarship.

• Definition: Courage or bravery, especially in battle.

  Example Sentence: The soldier was awarded for his prowess in combat.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old French 'proesse', from Latin 'probitas' meaning 'excellence' or 'virtuosity'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• military prowess: Skill or ability shown in warfare or military activities.
• athletic prowess: Exceptional skill in sports or physical activities.

Translations

• Spanish: destreza

• French: bravoure

• German: Geschicklichkeit

• Russian: мастерство

Related Words

• bravery: The quality of being courageous.

• skillfulness: The ability to do something well; expertise.

Slang Meanings of prowess

• Meaning: Killer skills

  Example Sentence: He has killer skills when it comes to gaming.

• Meaning: Mad skills

  Example Sentence: She shows mad skills on the dance floor.