Vacancy: meaning, definitions and examples

Often used in formal contexts, particularly in advertisements or official notices to indicate an available position. It can also refer to an available accommodation or space.

• The company has a vacancy for a software engineer.
• We have no vacancies tonight; the hotel is fully booked.

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate a new or unfilled job at a company or organization.

• There's a job opening in the marketing department.
• Keep an eye on the website for new job openings.

A neutral term used in both formal and informal settings to refer to a specific role within an organization. It can also refer to someone's stance or place in various contexts.

• He was offered a position as an accountant.
• Her position on environmental issues is well-known.

Used broadly to refer to any available position or opportunity, not necessarily limited to jobs. It can also refer to gaps or breaks in time or space.

• We have an opening for a part-time cashier.
• Do you have any openings in your schedule this week?

Focuses on the potential for growth, advancement, or experience. It is a positive term often used to describe favorable conditions or chances.

• This job could be a great opportunity for your career.
• She saw this as an opportunity to learn new skills.

Used mainly in the context of job openings or available rooms in hotels.

• There is a vacancy for a software developer at the company
• The hotel has a vacancy for the weekend

Used to describe a physical area that is unoccupied or not filled with anything.

• The room had a lot of empty space after they removed the furniture
• She found an empty space in the parking lot

Used to describe an absence of something or a large empty area, often with a sense of emptiness or a negative connotation.

• The death of her father left a void in her life
• The spacecraft ventured into the vast void of outer space

Similar to 'empty space' but often implies a space that could be used for something, like an office or apartment.

• They are planning to build a new restaurant in the vacant space on Main Street
• The office had several vacant spaces due to remote work