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Meaning of professionalize
to make an activity or occupation more professional
Etymology of professionalize
The word "professionalize" has its roots in the noun "professional," which originated from the Old French "profession," meaning "a vow or declaration," and the Latin "professio," meaning "a public declaration or vow."
The term "professionalize" emerged in the mid-20th century, as the concept of professionalism and professional development gained prominence.
Synonyms
formalize
systematize
organize
institutionalize
standardize
regulate
streamline
refine
polish
develop
improve
enhance
upgrade
qualify
certify
train
educate
specialize
expertize
sophisticate
mature
advance
modernize
reform
reorganize
restructure
perfect
optimize
calibrate
fine-tune
tweak
amend
modify
revamp
renovate
update
refresh
reinvigorate
energize
vitalize
activate
motivate
stimulate
inspire
transform
revolutionize
professional
commercialize
industrialize
mechanize
automatize
computerize
rationalize
bureaucratize
codify
uniformize
homogenize
Definitions
- To make something, such as an activity or occupation, more professional, typically by introducing standards, regulations, or training.
- * To become more professional in one's work or approach.
Usage Examples
- The company aims to professionalize its services by hiring more qualified staff and introducing new training programs.
- * She decided to professionalize her hobby by taking courses and getting certified.
- * The government is trying to professionalize the public sector by introducing new standards and regulations.
Antonyms
amateurize
decentralize
deregulate
disorganize
downgrade
impair
impede
informalize
inhibit
obstruct
ruin
sabotage
spoil
stagnate
undermine
unprofessionalize
unqualify
untrain
weaken
adulterate
contaminate
corrupt
debilitate
debase
deteriorate
devastate
destroy
dilute
disable
disintegrate
disrupt