noun phrase · neutral
job security
UK/ˈdʒɒb sɪˈkjʊərəti/US/ˈdʒɑːb sɪˈkjʊrəti/JOB se·CUR·i·ty
the likelihood that someone will keep their job and not be made redundant
Examples
“Many people value job security over a high salary.”
“Economic downturns can threaten job security across industries.”
“Permanent contracts usually offer greater job security than temporary ones.”
Band 8 sentence
“Given the industry's volatility, candidates often prioritise job security and long-term prospects over higher immediate pay.”
Collocations
- have job security
- threaten job security
- lack job security
Word family
Common mistakes
job safety→job security
secure a job security→have job security / ensure job security
Say it for a higher band
5stable job→6secure job→7+job security
Synonyms
employment security
Easily confused
job stability
“He chose the company because it offered good job stability and opportunities for promotion.”
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