Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

servile work

Noun

/ˈsərvəl wərk/

Definition

Tasks or duties that are submissive or menial in nature, often requiring obedience and lack of autonomy.

Examples

The factory workers were often seen as performing servile work, confined to menial tasks without opportunities for advancement.
She felt that volunteering for servile work during the charity event was beneath her skills.
Many people look for more fulfilling roles, rather than jobs that require them to engage in servile work.

Meaning

The term ‘servile work’ refers to labor that is performed in a subservient or servile manner, typically involving repetitive or low-status tasks that do not require significant skill or creativity.