Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seniority
Noun
/sɪˈnɪərɪti/
Definition
The fact or state of being older or higher in rank than others, especially in a professional context.
Examples
- In many companies, employees gain benefits based on their seniority.
- She was promoted to manager due to her seniority over other candidates.
- Seniority can often influence job security during layoffs.
Meaning
Seniority refers to the length of time that a person has held a position or their age compared to others within a group. It often involves certain rights or privileges based on this duration or rank.
Synonyms
- Priority
- Tenure
- Ranking
- Age
