prowess

noun
UK: /ˈpraʊes/
US: /ˈpraʊəs/

  1. Great skill or ability in a particular activity or field

    1. He showed great prowess in battle, winning many fights quickly.
    2. Her prowess as a negotiator enabled her to secure a very favorable deal for the company.

  2. Exceptional bravery or courage, especially in combat or dangerous situations

    1. The knight was known for his prowess and fearlessness on the battlefield.
    2. The firefighter demonstrated incredible prowess by rescuing the child from the burning building.

Synonyms

expertise bravery talent courage mastery valor ability gallantry skill

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "prowess" in English means: Great skill or ability in a particular activity or field, Exceptional bravery or courage, especially in combat or dangerous situations.

The phonetic transcription of "prowess" is /ˈpraʊes/ in British English and /ˈpraʊəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "prowess": expertise, bravery, talent, courage, mastery, valor, ability, gallantry, skill.

Example usage of "prowess": "He showed great prowess in battle, winning many fights quickly.". More examples on the page.