Synonyms for Employment & Similar Words
Definition of employment
- noun
- the state of being employed or having a job; "they are looking for employment"; "he was in the employ of the city"
- the occupation for which you are paid; "he is looking for employment"; "a lot of people are out of work"
- the act of giving someone a job
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "employment"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like employ, engagement, exercise can replace "employment" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 11 alternatives available, "employment" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Employment" in song lyrics
See how employment is used in real songs:
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"Broke with no employment"
Bishop Lamont — I Always Knew -
"But the course they would provide, a means of employment"
Consequence — Da Job Song -
"This is to insure definite employment"
The D.O.C. — Let the Bass Go