Definition of PROWESS

prowess

Meanings

Plural: prowesses

Noun

  • a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
  • Skillfulness or extraordinary ability in a particular area of expertise; dexterity, mastery, or proficiency.
  • Distinguished bravery or courage, especially in battle; heroism.
  • An act of prowess.
  • An act of adroitness or dexterity.
  • An act of prowess.
  • An act of distinguished bravery or courage; a heroic deed.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English prowesse, prouwesse, proues, prouesce, prouesse (“bravery in battle; act of bravery; excellence; nobility of character; intelligence”), from Old French proeche, proesce, proeësche (“goodness; excellence; bravery”), from Old French preu, prou, prouz, proz, pruz (“good; excellent; brave”). Compare English proud.

Synonyms

art, artistry

Scrabble Score: 12

prowess is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
prowess is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
prowess is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

prowess is a valid Words With Friends word