Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
menial
Adjective
/ˈmiːniəl/
Definition
Referring to tasks or work that are considered lowly or humble.
Examples
- She performed menial tasks at the restaurant, such as washing dishes and cleaning tables.
- Many people consider menial jobs essential for the functioning of society.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe jobs that are repetitive, mundane, or require little skill, often regarded as unimportant.
Synonyms
- Subservient
- Servile
- Humdrum
- Unskilled
- Routine
