Definition

Not having a job or employment.

Example

After the company downsized, many employees found themselves jobless.

Conversation

I heard that Jake is now jobless after the company downsized.

Yeah, it's really tough out there for a lot of people right now.

I hope he finds something soon; being jobless can be really stressful.

Definitely, I’ll reach out to see if he needs any help with his resume.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

People who do not have a job and are looking for work.

Example

The jobless rate has increased due to the economic downturn.

Conversation

Have you heard about the increase in jobless rates lately?

Yeah, it’s really concerning how many people are struggling to find work.

I know, it feels like the jobless situation is getting worse every month.

Root Explanation

Jobless → It is formed from "job" (from Middle English *jobbe*, meaning a piece of work or task) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "jobless" means without a job or employment.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'piece of work' ('job') — that's why jobless means not having a job.

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