Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jobsworth
Noun
/ˈdʒɒbz.wɜːθ/
Definition
A person who strictly adheres to rules and regulations, often to the point of being obstructive, particularly in a job role.
Examples
- Despite the customer’s pleas, the jobsworth at the entrance refused to let them enter without a ticket.
- He was labeled a jobsworth for not allowing a simple exception to the policy.
Meaning
The term is used to describe someone who is more focused on following procedures than on practical solutions.
Synonyms
- stickler
- rule-follower
- dogmatist
- by-the-book person
