deprofessionalization
|de-pro-fes-sion-al-i-za-tion|
/diːprəˌfɛʃənəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
removal of professional status
Etymology
'deprofessionalization' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal or reversal,' combined with 'professionalization,' which comes from 'professional,' derived from Latin 'professio,' meaning 'public declaration.'
'professionalization' evolved from the Latin 'professio,' through Old French 'profession,' and eventually became the modern English word 'professionalization.'
Initially, it meant 'to declare publicly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make something a profession.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of reducing or removing the professional status or standards of a job or occupation.
The deprofessionalization of teaching has led to lower standards in education.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42