Definition

The status or advantage someone has because they have been in a job or organization longer than others.

Example

In our company, promotions are often based on seniority rather than performance.

Conversation

Have you noticed how seniority affects promotions at our job?

Yeah, it seems like the longer someone has been there, the more likely they are to get promoted.

I guess that makes sense; seniority can really play a big role in decision-making.

Absolutely! It's often about experience as much as performance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Seniority** → It is formed from "senior" (from Latin *senior*, meaning older) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "seniority" refers to the state of being older or having a higher rank due to age or length of service.

Memory Tip

Think of 'senior' meaning older, and '-ity' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'seniority' refers to the state of being older or having more experience.

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