Professionalism
(noun)
- The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person.
- The expertness or skill expected of a professional.
Origin:
From profession + -al + -ism, formed by combining the noun profession, which refers to a type of work or occupation that requires specialized education or training, and the suffix -ism, which denotes a characteristic or practice.
Examples:
- The lawyer showed great professionalism in the way he handled the case.
- The doctor's professionalism was evident in the way he treated his patients.
- The teacher's professionalism was reflected in her commitment to her students.
- The company expects its employees to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.
- The salesman's professionalism helped him close the deal.