professionalism

From professional +‎ -ism.

• IPA^(key): /pɹəˈfɛʃənəˌlɪzəm/

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professionalism (usually uncountable, plural professionalisms)

1. The status, methods, character or standards expected of a professional or of a professional organization, such as reliability, discretion, evenhandedness, and fair play.
2. The use of professionals rather than amateurs in any sport etc.

professionalism c

1. professionalism