Synonyms for

Profession

Verb / prʌˈfeʃʌn / Another word for profession — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a paid occupation, especially one that involves prolonged training and a formal qualification

Synonyms & similar words

professing occupation career calling vocation trade craft employment job work business specialty field sphere activity pursuit line metier

Synonyms by register

Formal

occupation vocation calling pursuit

Informal

job line of work gig trade

Literary

art craft

Antonyms

hobby pastime leisure avocation unemployment amateurism

Common collocations

  • chosen profession
  • medical profession
  • legal profession
  • teaching profession
  • enter a profession
  • practice a profession
  • high profession
  • respected profession

Word family

noun profession
verb profess
adjective professional
adverb professionally

Usage note

A profession typically implies specialized training, knowledge, and often a formal qualification. It is distinct from a job or occupation which may not require such a high level of expertise.

Example sentences

  1. My dad's profession is a doctor.
  2. She is studying to enter the legal profession.
  3. My mom's profession is a teacher.
  4. He decided to change his profession and become a chef.
  5. Many people choose a profession based on their interests and skills.

Quotes

  • "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life." - Confucius
  • "Success in any profession is based on lasting relationships." - Ari Emanuel
  • "The best way to predict your future is to create it." - Abraham Lincoln

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