Synonyms for

Pro

Verb / prəʊ / Another word for pro — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pro means being in favor of something or supporting a particular cause, idea, or product.

Synonyms & similar words

con professional amateur anti advocate supporter champion enthusiast fan fanatic devotee backer promoter proponent defender ally favored positive affirmative approving supporting backing favorable

Synonyms by register

Formal

expert specialist adept virtuoso

Informal

ace whiz hotshot guru

Literary

master maven

Antonyms

amateur novice beginner layman unskilled dabbler

Common collocations

  • pro golfer
  • pro athlete
  • pro gamer
  • pro dancer
  • pro musician
  • pro photographer
  • pro skier

Word family

noun professionalism
adjective professional
adverb professionally

Usage note

As a noun, 'pro' is informal and refers to a professional. As a prefix, it means 'in favor of'.

Example sentences

  1. I am a pro at solving math problems.
  2. He is a pro football player.
  3. She is a pro at playing the piano.
  4. I am a proponent of recycling.
  5. The company hired a marketing pro to promote their product.

Quotes

  • I'm a pro at this.
  • I'm a pro at sleeping.
  • I'm a pro at being lazy.

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