Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The state of having a paid job or occupation, where one works for others or themselves.
Employment
/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
This was not the least pleasant of Kit's employments.
'If you entered my employment, what would you do?'
It was a concern which brought just employment enough.
Etymology:
Originating in the late 15th century from Old French employement, derived from employer, meaning to use or engage services, which in turn is from Latin implicare, meaning to fold or involve.
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