Synonyms for
Employee
Definition
A person who works for another person or for a company for wages or a salary.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- loyal employee
- dedicated employee
- full-time employee
- part-time employee
- new employee
- former employee
- employee benefits
- employee handbook
Word family
Usage note
While 'employee' is a general term, 'staff' and 'personnel' often refer to a group of employees. 'Worker' can sometimes imply manual labor.
Example sentences
- The employee worked hard to finish the project on time.
- The company hired ten new employees this year.
- The employee was awarded 'Employee of the Month' for her outstanding performance.
- The employee complained about his low salary.
- The employee took a sick day due to a cold.
Quotes
Success in business requires training and discipline and hard work. But if you're not frightened by these things, the opportunities are just as great today as they ever were for employee.
The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good employees, to delegate authority, and to be responsible for the results.
The employee is regarded by the employer merely in the light of his value as an operative. His productive capacity alone is taken into account.