ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Worklessness

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Worklessness is a noun meaning (British) The state of being without paid work.

Meaning

(British) The state of being without paid work.

Example Sentences

The majority come from circumstances where worklessness is embedded, and placements need to incorporate some element of mentoring if these individuals are to develop the life skills necessary to sustain a career.

Synonyms for worklessness

Depending on context, synonyms include joblessness, unemployment, unwork.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include joblessness, unwork, unemployment, unpaidness, wagelessness, careerlessness.

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