Word adjective
employed
adj.
US /ɛmˈpɫɔɪd/ UK /ɛmplˈɔɪd/ em·ployed
Definition
- 01 B1 Intermediate
having a paid job; working for a company or person.
having a paid position or being in a state of active work for an employer.
Simple“She has been steadily employed since she finished university last year.”
In context“The survey indicates that over eighty percent of the graduates are now gainfully employed in their chosen fields of study.”
PitfallHe is employed of a large bank. He is employed by a large bank.Use the preposition 'by' to name the employer, or 'at' for the location.
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
used for a specific purpose or task.
utilised or put into service for a particular objective.
Simple“The methods employed by the team helped them finish the project early.”
In context“The sophisticated encryption techniques employed by the software ensure that user data remains private and secure.”
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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