Pronunciation

/kəˈrɪər/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A series of jobs or occupations, especially one’s principal or most important one: ‘Her career as an actress began in the 1980s.’ 2. A person’s progress through their working life, typically from an initial occupation to retirement: ‘His successful career in business.’
• Verb: To pursue or advance in a profession or occupation: ‘She decided to embark on a career in medicine.’

Phrases

• “Start a career” means to begin a professional path.
• “Career change” refers to switching from one job or profession to another.
• “Career development” encompasses activities to enhance skills and progress in a chosen field.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After graduating, he started his career as a journalist.”
• Verb: “She made a conscious decision to switch careers and pursue her passion for teaching.”
• As a Verb: “He has been career-building by attending networking events and gaining new certifications.”

Synonyms

• Occupation
• Profession
• Vocation
• Trade
• Line of work
• Job
• Career path
• Progression

Antonyms

• Unemployment
• Inactivity (regarding job search)
• Lack of ambition
• Stagnation (career growth)