Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

horizontal mobility

Noun

/hɔːrɪˈzɒntəl məˈbɪləti/

Definition

The ability of individuals or groups to move within the same social status or class.

Examples

After graduating, she experienced horizontal mobility by changing companies within the same industry.
Horizontal mobility can be beneficial as it allows for skill development in different areas without changing social standing.
Many workers seek horizontal mobility to find a better work-life balance.

Meaning

Horizontal mobility refers to the movement of people between jobs, roles, or social positions that are of equal rank, rather than upward or downward shifts in social status.