Synonyms for

Vacancies

Verb / ˈveɪkʌnsi:z / Another word for vacancies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Vacancies means that there are job positions or places that are not filled.

Synonyms & similar words

vacancy vacuum emptiness void openings jobs positions slots opportunities emptiness absence gap blank void vacuity barrenness desolation bareness dearth

Synonyms by register

Formal

openings availabilities unoccupied positions available slots

Informal

gaps open spots empty seats available jobs

Literary

voids lacunae desolations

Antonyms

fullness occupancy employment busyness completeness crowding

Common collocations

  • job vacancies
  • housing vacancies
  • vacancies available
  • filling vacancies
  • current vacancies
  • office vacancies
  • hotel vacancies
  • vacancies exist

Word family

noun vacancy
verb vacate
adjective vacant
adverb vacantly

Usage note

Often used in the context of employment or housing. 'Vacancies' refers to unoccupied positions or spaces.

Example sentences

  1. The hotel has several vacancies for housekeepers.
  2. There are many vacancies in the city's government offices.
  3. The company is looking to fill vacancies in their sales department.
  4. The school has several vacancies for teachers.
  5. The store is hiring to fill vacancies for cashiers.

Quotes

  • "There is no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service." - Condoleezza Rice
  • "I want to work for a company that contributes to and is part of the community. I want something not just to invest in. I want something to believe in." - Anita Roddick
  • "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi

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