Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

neet

Noun
/niːt/
Definition
An acronym for ‘Not in Education, Employment, or Training.’ It describes individuals who are disengaged from work and are not actively pursuing education.
Examples
  • Many NEETs struggle to find their way into the workforce.
  • The program aims to help NEET individuals gain skills for employment.
  • She was classified as NEET after graduating high school without pursuing further education.
Meaning
NEET is often used to refer to young adults who are not working or studying.
Synonyms
  • Idle
  • Unemployed
  • Inactive
  • Disengaged