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career-oriented

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/kəˈrɪr ˈɔːr.i.ɛn.tɪd/

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/kəˈrɪə ˈɔːr.i.ɛn.tɪd/

focused on career

Etymology
Etymology Information

'career-oriented' originates from the combination of 'career' and 'oriented', where 'career' refers to one's professional journey and 'oriented' means directed towards a particular goal.

Historical Evolution

'career-oriented' evolved from the concept of being 'oriented' towards a 'career', emphasizing a focus on professional development.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'directed towards a career', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on advancing one's professional career.

She is very career-oriented and always seeks new opportunities for growth.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45