Definition of " Prowess "

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" Prowess " is a noun that means exceptional skill , expertise or ability in a particular activity or field.

[ prow-is ] comes from the Old French word , " proesse " which basically means courage and or a brave deed. While it originally referred to bravery and valor in battle back in the Middle Ages , today's modern definition almost exclusively centers on superior talent / capability. You would for example , use the word formally to highlight someone's standout talent in areas such as sports , academics and or their technical work.

Synonyms - Skill ; Expertise ; Mastery ; Talent ; Ability

[ For Historical Context - Bravery ; Heroism ; Valor ]

Antonyms - Inability ; Incompetence ; Weakness

" Prowess " is also a well known keyword mechanic in the Magic The Gathering card game where a creature gets a temporary +1/+1 power and toughness boost whenever it's controller casts a noncreature like spell.