contractual
- 01 C1 Advanced
a person who is hired to work for a short time or for one specific project.
a worker hired on a temporary or project-based contract rather than as a permanent staff member.
Simple“The office hired several contractuals to help finish the project by the end of the month.”
In context“The firm relies heavily on contractuals during the peak season to manage the increased workload without committing to long-term salary costs.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 C2 Proficiency
a charge or a formal document that explains the rules between two groups or countries.
a specific charge applied through a service contract or a document detailing the relationship between two bodies.
Simple“The hospital had to pay a contractual to the insurance provider for the extra services.”
In context“The bilateral contractual outlined the specific trade requirements and environmental standards both nations were expected to uphold.”
“It is also seeking damages from DB Cargo UK, claiming that the latter "breached a contractual duty to ensure that reasonable care was taken" in maintaining the wagon.”
“It also said the HS1 network should be able to support the "substantial additional services" provided that "operational, contractual, and co-ordination risks are properly controlled".”