jobless

/ˈdʒɒblɛs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having no job or employment

“Many people in the city were jobless due to the economic downturn.”

2. noun

a person who has no job or employment

“The jobless individuals in the community were offered training and support services.”

Synonyms

  • out of work
  • unemployed

Antonyms

  • employed
  • gainfully employed