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Employment

UK /["/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/"]/US /["/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/"]/

Definition

work, especially when it is done to earn money; the state of being employed

In simple words: Having a job or work.

Examples

  • Employment opportunities are growing in the tech industry.
  • Many people seek employment during the summer months.
  • The employment rate has increased this year compared to last year.
  • The employment contract outlined the terms and conditions of the job.
  • Gaining employment in today's competitive job market can be challenging.

Usage notes

Use 'employment' in contexts related to jobs, careers, or positions. It is appropriate in business and professional settings but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

employment + of/for + object

Memory hint

Think of 'employment' as 'employ + ment' — you employ someone in a job.

Collocations

  • paid
  • salaried
  • full-time
  • level
  • look for
  • seek
  • find
  • grow
  • increase
  • rise
  • opportunities
  • options
  • possibilities
  • in employment
  • out of employment
  • conditions of employment
  • terms of employment
  • a contract of employment
  • paid
  • salaried
  • full-time
  • level
  • look for
  • seek
  • find
  • grow
  • increase
  • rise
  • opportunities
  • options
  • possibilities
  • in employment
  • out of employment
  • conditions of employment
  • terms of employment
  • a contract of employment

Synonyms

  • work
  • job
  • occupation
  • position
  • role

Antonyms

  • unemployment
  • idleness

Common mistakes

  • 'Employ' is confused with 'employment.'
  • Using 'employment' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Saying 'employments' when referring to multiple types of work.