occupational (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənl/

Definition

Relating to or caused by a job or profession.

Examples

• He suffered from an occupational disease after years of working with asbestos.

• The company provides training on occupational safety to all new employees.

• Her occupational therapist helped her regain the use of her hand after the accident.

Synonyms of occupational

Words with a similar meaning to occupational:

• job-related
• professional
• vocational
• professional

Antonyms of occupational

Words with the opposite meaning to occupational:

• non-occupational
• personal

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