Prowess
/ˈpraʊ.əs/noun
Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field.
Did you know?The word 'prowess' comes from the Old French 'proesse', which was used to describe not just skill, but also nobility in heroic acts.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*prōwē-
“To be brave or valiant.”
Old French
Old French
proesse
“Bravery, valor, or courage in battle.”
Middle English
Middle English
prowes
“Exceptional skill or valor; bravery.”
Modern English
English
prowess
“Extraordinary ability or skill, especially in battle or athletic contexts.”