Skill/skɪl/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Practice Matters Skills improve with regular practice and dedication. She hones her writing skill every day. Pro Tip 2/3Beyond Innate Talent Skill implies a refined ability, beyond just raw talent. His natural skill in mathematics was evident. Pro Tip 3/3Observable Competence Skills are often validated by others through performance. Her cooking skill impressed everyone at the dinner party.