peon
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for peon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person with little power or status, especially one doing low-level, menial work.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Spanish peón and French peon, both from Late Latin pedōnem, "pedestrian, foot soldier" — a doublet of "pawn."
Full origin of peon →Frequently asked questions
What does “peon” mean?
The word “peon” means a person with little power or status, especially one doing low-level, menial work. In plain terms, someone treated as low-ranking or unimportant, often in a workplace.
How do you pronounce “peon”?
“Peon” is pronounced PEE-uhn (/ˈpi.ɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “peon” in a sentence?
Here is “peon” used in a sentence: “As the newest hire, she felt like a peon fetching coffee for everyone.”
What part of speech is “peon”?
“Peon” is a noun.
Where does the word “peon” come from?
The word “peon” comes from Late Latin. From Spanish peón and French peon, both from Late Latin pedōnem, "pedestrian, foot soldier" — a doublet of "pawn.".