Definition of PRO

pro

Plural: pros

Noun

  • An argument or reason in favor of something.
  • an athlete who plays for pay
  • an argument in favor of a proposal
  • An advantage of something, especially when contrasted with its disadvantages (cons).
  • A person who supports a concept or principle.
  • A professional sportsman.
  • Professional.
  • A prostitute.
  • A proproctor.
  • A chemical prophylaxis taken after sex to avoid contracting venereal disease.

Adjective

  • in favor of (an action or proposal etc.)
    • "a pro vote"

Adverb

  • in favor of a proposition, opinion, etc.

Prep

  • In favor of.

Adj

  • Professional.

Examples

  • He is pro exercise but against physical exertion, quite a conundrum.
  • He landed a pro mentorship gig.
  • What are the pros and cons of buying a car?
  • When debating a challenging play, I always list the pros and cons before committing.
  • When it comes to DIY, he's a real pro.

Origin / Etymology

From Late Middle English pro, from Latin prō (“on behalf of”).

Scrabble Score: 5

pro: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
pro: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
pro: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 6

pro: valid Words With Friends Word