noun
Uncommon
seniority
see-nih-O-rih-tee
Seniority (noun) means the length of time someone has been part of an organization compared to others, often used to decide who gets certain privileges or promotions first. Example: “She got the corner office because of her seniority.”
noun
1
The length of time someone has been part of an organization compared to others, often used to decide who gets certain privileges or promotions first.
"She got the corner office because of her seniority."
"Vacation days are allocated partly based on seniority."
How to use seniority
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow long you have been somewhere compared to everyone else, and the perks that come with it.
Common pairings
seniority system
gain seniority
based on seniority
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Word forms
- Plural
- seniorities
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Etymology
From Medieval Latin senioritas, built on Latin senior, "elder."
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What does “seniority” mean?
The word “seniority” means the length of time someone has been part of an organization compared to others, often used to decide who gets certain privileges or promotions first. In plain terms, how long you have been somewhere compared to everyone else, and the perks that come with it.
How do you pronounce “seniority”?
“Seniority” is pronounced see-nih-O-rih-tee (/sinˈjɔɹɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “seniority” in a sentence?
Here is “seniority” used in a sentence: “She got the corner office because of her seniority.”
What part of speech is “seniority”?
“Seniority” is a noun.
Where does the word “seniority” come from?
The word “seniority” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin senioritas, built on Latin senior, "elder.".
Is “seniority” a common word?
“Seniority” is an uncommon word in modern English.
