فهرست
Retired
Title: Retired
Pronunciation: /rɪˈtaɪəd/
Part of speech: Adjective
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Re-tired
Synonym: Elderly, pensioned, inactive
Opposite: Employed, working
No longer working, usually due to reaching a certain age or after a long career
After working for 40 years, John finally retired and started enjoying his free time
Staff
Title: Staff
Pronunciation: /stæf/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive (when referring to the act of providing with staff)
Stress marks: Staff
Synonym: Employees, workforce, personnel
Opposite: Unstaffed, understaffed
A group of people working together in an organization or business
The hospital hired additional staff to handle the increase in patients
Politician
Title: Politician
Pronunciation: /ˌpɒl.ɪˈtɪʃ.ən/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Pol-i-ti-cian
Synonym: Statesman, lawmaker, public servant
Opposite: Non-politician, civilian
A person involved in politics, especially one holding or seeking an elected office
The politician promised to improve healthcare if elected
Scientist
Title: Scientist
Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪən.tɪst/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
tress marks: Sci-en-tist
Synonym: Researcher, scholar, expert
Opposite: Non-scientist, layperson
A person who conducts scientific research and studies the natural world and its phenomena
The scientist made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of genetics
hairstylist-hairdresser
Title: hairstylist-hairdresser
Pronunciation: /ˈheə.staɪ.lɪst/ or /ˈheə.dres.ər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Hair-stylist or Hair-dresser
Synonym: Barber, haircutter, coiffeur
Opposite: Non-hairstylist, bald
A person who cuts, styles, and arranges hair
The hairstylist created a beautiful updo for the bride on her wedding day
Officer
Title: Officer
Pronunciation: /ˈɒf.ɪ.sər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Of-fi-cer
Synonym: Official, leader, executive
Opposite: Civilian, non-officer
A person who holds a position of authority in an organization, such as the military or police
The police officer helped direct traffic during the accident
Solider
Title: Solider
Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊl.dʒər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Sol-dier
Synonym: Troop, serviceman, warrior
Opposite: Civilian, non-soldier
A person who serves in an army or the military
The soldier fought bravely on the battlefield
Farmer
Title: Farmer
Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːr.mər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Farm-er
Synonym: Agriculturist, grower, rancher
Opposite: Non-farmer, urbanite
A person who owns, manages, or works on a farm, typically cultivating crops or raising livestock
The farmer harvested the ripe corn from his fields
fashion designer
Title: fashion designer
Pronunciation: /ˈfæʃ.ən dɪˈzaɪ.nər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Fash-ion Desig-ner
Synonym: Couturier, stylist, clothier
Opposite: Non-fashion designer, non-designer
A person who designs and creates clothing, accessories, or other fashion items
The fashion designer showcased their latest collection at the fashion show
Salesclerk
Title: Salesclerk
Pronunciation: /seɪlz klɜrk/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Sales-clerk
Synonym: Shop assistant, salesperson, retail worker
Opposite: Non-salesclerk, customer
A person who works in a store or shop, assisting customers and selling products
The salesclerk helped the customer find the perfect size and color
Pilot
Title: Pilot
Pronunciation: /ˈpaɪ.lət/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Stress marks: Pi-lot
Synonym: Aviator, flyer, airman
Opposite: Non-pilot, passenger
A person who operates an aircraft, such as an airplane or helicopter
The pilot announced that the flight would be delayed due to bad weather
Boss
Title: Boss
Pronunciation: /bɒs/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Boss
Synonym: Manager, supervisor, head
Opposite: Employee, subordinate
A person who has authority over employees or subordinates in a workplace
The boss assigned new tasks to the team members
businessman-businesswoman
Title: businessman-businesswoman
Pronunciation: /ˈbɪznɪsˌmæn/ or /ˈbɪznɪsˌwʊmən/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Synonym: Entrepreneur, executive, tycoon
Opposite: Non-businessman, non-businesswoman
A person engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities, typically in a managerial
The businessman negotiated a new deal with the client
Expert
Title: Expert
Pronunciation: /ˈek.spɜrt/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Ex-pert
Synonym: Specialist, authority, professional
Opposite: Novice, amateur
A person who has a high level of know ledge or skill in a particular field
The expert provided valuable insights and advice during the conference
Manager
Title: Manager
Pronunciation: /ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒər/
Part of speech: Noun
Irregular spelling and irregular forms: Plural: managers
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Man-a-ger
Synonym: Supervisor, director, executive
Opposite: Employee, subordinate
A person responsible for controlling and organizing the activities
The manager made sure the project was completed on time
Assistant
Title: Assistant
Pronunciation: /əˈsɪs.tənt/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: As-sis-tant
Synonym: Aide, helper, associate
Opposite: Boss, manager
A person who helps or supports someone in their work or duties
The assistant organized the files and scheduled appointments for the manager
Receptionist
Title: Receptionist
Pronunciation: /rɪˈsɛp.ʃən.ɪst/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Re-cep-tion-ist
Synonym: Front desk clerk, attendant, host
Opposite: Guest, visitor
A person who greets and assists visitors or customers, typically at the front desk of an office
The receptionist answered phone calls and directed guests to the appropriate department
Detective
Title: Detective
Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɛk.tɪv/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: De-tec-tive
Synonym: Investigator, sleuth, private eye
A person, typically a police officer, who investigates and solves crimes or mysteries
The detective gathered evidence and interviewed witnesses to solve the murder case
Cook
Title: Cook
Pronunciation: /kʊk/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive
Stress marks: Cook
Synonym: Chef, culinary artist, food preparer
Opposite: Diner, customer
A person who prepares and cooks food professionally
The cook created delicious dishes in the restaurant’s kitchen
Model
Title: Model
Pronunciation: /ˈmɒd.əl/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Model
Synonym: Fashion model, mannequin, spokesperson
Opposite: Designer, customer
A person who poses or displays clothing or other items to promote or showcase them
The model walked the runway wearing the latest fashion designs
Pharmacist
Title: Pharmacist
Pronunciation: /ˈfɑː.mə.sɪst/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Transitive
Stress marks: Phar-ma-cist
Synonym: Chemist, druggist, apothecary
Opposite: Patient, customer
A person who is trained and licensed to prepare and dispense medications in a pharmacy
The pharmacist filled the prescription and provided medication information to the patient
Journalist
Title: Journalist
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl.ɪst/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Jour-nal-ist
Synonym: Reporter, correspondent, news writer
Opposite: News subject, interviewee
A person who investigates and reports news and events for newspapers, magazines, television
The journalist interviewed the politician and wrote an article for the newspaper
Writer
Title: Writer
Pronunciation: /ˈraɪ.tər/
Part of speech: Noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: Wri-ter
Synonym: Author, novelist, scribe
Opposite: Reader, audience
A person who uses written words to communicate ideas, stories, or information
The writer published a bestselling novel that captivated readers around the world
Singer
Title: Singer
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪŋər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g. one singer, two singers)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: sin-ger
Synonym: vocalist, crooner
Opposite: listener, audience member
a person who sings, especially professionally
She is a talented singer who performs at local venues
Professor
Title: Professor
Pronunciation: /prəˈfɛsər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: Typically used in formal contexts
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g. one professor, two professors)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: pro-fes-sor
Synonym: academic, scholar
Opposite: student, pupil
a high-ranking university teacher, especially one who is a specialist in a particular subject
The professor will be giving a lecture on astrophysics tomorrow
Cleaner
Title: Cleaner
Pronunciation: /ˈkliːnər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g. one cleaner, two cleaners)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: clean-er
Synonym: janitor, custodian
Opposite: mess-maker, slob
a person whose job is to clean the interior of a building
The cleaner comes in early every morning to tidy up the office
Painter
Title: Painter
Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪntər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g. one painter, two painters)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: paint-er
Synonym: artist, decorator
Opposite: non-painter, non-artist
a person who paints surfaces as a trade or hobby
The painter is creating a beautiful mural on the side of the building
Instructor
Title: Instructor
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈstrʌktər/
Part of speech: noun
Formal or informal: both
Countable or uncountable: Countable (e.g. one instructor, two instructors)
Transitive or intransitive: Intransitive
Stress marks: in-struc-tor
Synonym: teacher, coach
Opposite: student, trainee
a person who teaches something, especially in a practical skill or a sport
The yoga instructor led the class through a series of poses
