Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sinecura
Noun
/ˈsɪnɪkjʊərə/
Definition
A position or job that requires minimal effort yet provides financial benefits.
Examples
- He was given a sinecura as a reward for his years of service at the company.
- Many view the appointment as a sinecura, where the individual enjoys a lavish salary with little actual work involved.
Meaning
A sinecura is often a role that is created for someone to receive payment without having to perform significant work. The term is typically used to describe jobs that are well paid but have few or no responsibilities.
Synonyms
- easy job
- plum position
- no-show job
- gravy train