Definition of professionalism noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

professionalism

noun

prəˈfeʃənəlɪzəm professionalism pronunciation American

prəˈfeʃənəlɪzəm

[uncountable]

1 the high standard that you expect from a person who is well trained in a particular jobWe were impressed by the professionalism of the staff.Their duties were carried out with commitment and professionalism.2 great skill and abilitythe power and professionalism of her performance3 the practice of using professional players in sportIncreased professionalism has changed the game radically.