nonemployment
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /nɒnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
KK: /nɑnɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
adjective
Definition
Not related to having a job or being employed.
Example
The rise in nonemployment rates has raised concerns about the economy.
Conversation
I've been thinking about how nonemployment can affect mental health.
That's true; it can be really tough for some people.
Yeah, especially when they feel isolated due to nonemployment.
Exactly, having support from friends can make a big difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unemployed
jobless
idle
Antonyms
employed
active
engaged
noun
Definition
The state of not being employed or having a job.
Example
The rise in nonemployment has led to increased concerns about the economy.
Conversation
Have you noticed how the news talks about nonemployment rates lately?
Yeah, it's concerning to see so many people struggling to find work.
I wonder what the government is doing to address the issue of nonemployment.
Root Explanation
Nonemployment → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "employment" (from Old French *employer*, meaning to use or employ). The word "nonemployment" refers to the state of not being employed or not having a job.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('non-') being combined with 'employment' — this helps you remember that 'nonemployment' means the state of not having a job.
Visually Confused Words
unemployment
coemployment
employment
nonimplement