The World of Work Vocabulary

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work

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putting forth an effort to produce or accomplish something.

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job

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task performed by a worker, usually to earn money.

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occupation

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a type of work in which a person is employed and typically requires the use of related skills or experiences.

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career

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a series of related jobs in the same profession.

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career ladder

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a sequence of work in a career field, from entry to advanced levels.

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income

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the money a person receives for doing a job or from a return on an investment.

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need

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something you must have in order to live.

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want

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an item you would like to have but do not need to survive.

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identity

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all the traits that distinguish you as an individual. Your identity has two aspects: how you see yourself and how others see you.

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lifestyle

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a way of life as characterized by a person’s activities, attitudes, possessions, and manner of living.