Worker – Synonyms, Antonyms, Meaning, Definition and More

Standard Synonyms

Employee
Jobholder

Slang Synonyms

Grunt
Laborer
Peon
Cog
Slave

Academic Synonyms

Laborer
Employee
Staffer
Team member

Old English Synonyms

Dweller
Tiller
Toiler
Travailer
Laborer

Regional Synonyms

Person who works
Employee
Laborer
Staff member
Team member

Industry-specific Synonyms

– labour
Cloth
– staff
Personnel
– artisan
Craftsman
– professional
Expert

Antonyms

Idler
Layabout
Do-nothing
Shirker
Sluggard

Meaning

Somebody who does a job, especially as part of an organization or team.

Definition

A person engaged in industrial labor, especially one who is employed for wages and performs a routine task.

Example Sentences

1. The worker was very tired after a long day of work.
2. The workers are on strike until they get a pay raise.
3. The worker’s union is negotiating with the company.
4. The workers are paid minimum wage.
5. The workers work long hours.