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vocational

/voʊˈkeɪʃənəl/
vo · ca · tion · al
Adverb:vocationally
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vocational Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to an occupation, employment, or trade, or to the practical education and training that prepares individuals for specific skilled careers.

Example

"The community college expanded its vocational programs in culinary arts, automotive repair, and electrical engineering."

2

Relating to a strong inner calling, spiritual inclination, or sense of purpose toward a particular way of life or religious ministry.

Example

"She attended a quiet weekend retreat to reflect on her vocational discernment before entering the seminary."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-17th century from the noun 'vocation' plus the suffix '-al', ultimately deriving from the Latin verb 'vocare' ('to call'), originally reflecting the spiritual idea of being called by God to a specific life path.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vocational. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vocational
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