Probationary: meaning, definitions and examples
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probationary
[ prəˈbeɪʃənˈɛri ]
employment status
Probationary refers to a temporary period during which an individual is evaluated for their performance or suitability for a particular role, often in employment or educational settings. During this time, the person's behavior, skills, and overall fit for the position are assessed to determine if they will continue as a permanent employee or participant. This period is often marked by specific guidelines, expectations, and the potential for feedback. Employers use probationary periods to ensure that new hires can meet company standards before offering a long-term contract.
Synonyms
provisional, temporary, trial.
Examples of usage
- The new employee is on a probationary period of six months.
- Students were placed on probationary status for poor academic performance.
- The company offered probationary contracts to gauge talent effectiveness.
- She successfully passed her probationary term and became a full-time employee.
Translations
Translations of the word "probationary" in other languages:
🇵🇹 probatório
🇮🇳 प्रायोगिक
🇩🇪 Probezeit
🇮🇩 masa percobaan
🇺🇦 пробаційний
🇵🇱 okres próbny
🇯🇵 試用的
🇫🇷 probatoire
🇪🇸 probatorio
🇹🇷 deneme süresi
🇰🇷 수습의
🇸🇦 تجريبي
🇨🇿 zkoušební
🇸🇰 skúšobný
🇨🇳 试用的
🇸🇮 preizkusni
🇮🇸 prófunartími
🇰🇿 сынақ мерзімі
🇬🇪 გამოცდითი
🇦🇿 sınaq müddəti
🇲🇽 probatorio
Etymology
The term 'probationary' originates from the word 'probation,' which has Latin roots; it comes from the Latin word 'probatio,' meaning 'a proving or testing.' The Latin 'probare' means 'to test,' 'to prove,' or 'to approve.' The use of the term in English began around the late 15th century, initially associated with the legal system, where individuals might be on probation as part of a judicial decision. As time progressed, the term expanded in usage to encompass various fields, including education and employment, serving as a way to provide a trial phase for individuals to demonstrate their competencies and abilities. The practice of implementing probationary periods has evolved, becoming commonplace in workplaces to filter candidates suitable for long-term positions, enhancing the efficiency of hiring processes.