vocation
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for vocation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A job or career that someone feels strongly called or suited to, especially one seen as more than just a way to earn money.
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occupational group
Antonyms
How to use vocation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of vocation
find your vocation
Etymology
From Latin vocatio, "a calling," from vocare, "to call" — the same root as "vocal" and "invoke."
Full origin of vocation →Frequently asked questions
What does “vocation” mean?
The word “vocation” means a job or career that someone feels strongly called or suited to, especially one seen as more than just a way to earn money. In plain terms, a career or calling that feels deeply right for you, not just a paycheck.
How do you pronounce “vocation”?
“Vocation” is pronounced voh-KAY-shuhn (/voʊˈkeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “vocation” in a sentence?
Here is “vocation” used in a sentence: “Teaching was more than a job to her — it was a vocation.”
What part of speech is “vocation”?
“Vocation” is a noun.
Where does the word “vocation” come from?
The word “vocation” comes from Latin. From Latin vocatio, "a calling," from vocare, "to call" — the same root as "vocal" and "invoke.".
Is “vocation” a common word?
“Vocation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “vocation” have?
“Vocation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a job or career that someone feels strongly called or suited to, especially one seen as more than just a way to earn money.
