practised UK
ˈpræktɪst
See also: practiced (US)
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Definition of practised - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
habitualUKdone habitually or customarilyUK
  • His practised response was calm and measured..
customary habitual routine
2.
skillUKskilled through repeated practice or experienceUK
  • She is a practised musician with years of experience.
expert proficient skilled
3.
perfectedRareUKacquired or perfected by practiceRareUK
  • His practised technique impressed everyone at the competition.
adept experienced skilled
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in a skilled and experienced manner
She assessed the painting with a practised eye.
having been frequently practiced to improve skill
She is a well-practised musician, performing flawlessly.

Origin of practised

Old French, practiser (to practice)

Examples of practised in a sentence

  • With a practised hand, he completed the task effortlessly.
  • He is a practised chef known for his exquisite dishes.
  • The practised dancer performed flawlessly on stage.
  • Her practised skills made the performance flawless.
  • With a practised eye, he quickly identified the problem.

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  1. French:coutumier, exercé, ...
  2. German:geübt, erfahren, ...
  3. Italian:consueto, esperto, ...
  4. Spanish:acostumbrado, experimentado, ...
  5. Portuguese:praticado, experiente, ...
  6. Chinese:习惯性的, 熟练的, ...
  7. Japanese:習慣的な, 熟練した, ...
  8. Arabic:اعتيادي, مُتَمَرِّس, ...
  9. Hebrew:נָהוּג, מְנוּסֶה, ...
  10. Russian:привычный, опытный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:звичний, досвідчений, ...
  12. Hindi:आदतन, कुशल, ...
practise UK
ˈpræktɪs
See also: practice (US)

Definition of practise - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
skill improvementtr./intr.UKrepeat an activity to improve skilltr./intr.UK
  • She practises the piano every day.
drill rehearse train
2.
career pursuittr.UKpursue a career like law or medicinetr.UK
  • She practises law in New York.
engage practice
3.
custom observancetr.UKobserve or pursue a custom or religiontr.UK
  • They practise their traditions faithfully.
follow observe
4.
performancetr./intr.RareUKengage in a rehearsaltr./intr.RareUK
  • The band practises for the concert.
drill rehearse train
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act according to the advice you give others
As a coach, you should practise what you preach about discipline.
act according to one's own advice or principles
She always tries to practise what she preaches about honesty.
use money or resources carefully and avoid waste
We must practise economy during tough times.
engage in legal practice as a qualified lawyer
She is licensed to practise at the bar in New York.
engage in legal practice as a qualified lawyer
She is licensed to practise at the bar in New York.

Origin of practise

Middle English, practisen (to perform)

Examples of practise in a sentence

  • They practise speaking French with each other.
  • He practises medicine at a renowned hospital.
  • Many graduates choose to practise law in big cities.
  • They practise their faith every Sunday.
  • Many people practise yoga for relaxation.
  • She practises her lines every evening.

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  1. French:s'exercer, exercer, ...
  2. German:üben, praktizieren, ...
  3. Italian:esercitarsi, esercitare, ...
  4. Spanish:practicar, ejercer, ...
  5. Portuguese:praticar, exercer, ...
  6. Chinese:练习, 从事, ...
  7. Japanese:練習する, 実践する, ...
  8. Arabic:مَرَّنَ, حَافَظَ عَلَى, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהִתְאַמֵּן, לַעֲסוֹק, ...
  10. Russian:практиковаться, заниматься, ...
  11. Ukrainian:практикуватися, займатися юриспруденцією, ...
  12. Hindi:अभ्यास करना, करियर का पीछा करना, ...
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