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waged

 

[ weɪdʒd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

employment context

The word 'waged' refers to the act of maintaining or engaging in a battle, contest, or campaign. In the employment context, it often pertains to compensation or salary given in return for services rendered. Waged can also refer to initiating a particular action, such as waging war or waging a campaign for a cause. The term implies a level of commitment and often describes prolonged efforts. Overall, it signifies taking deliberate actions towards a particular objective.

Synonyms

conducted, employed, engaged, fought, initiated

Examples of usage

  • She waged a successful campaign for the office.
  • He waged war against poverty.
  • The company waged a battle to improve employee conditions.
  • They waged efforts to raise funds for charity.

Translations

Translations of the word "waged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salário

🇮🇳 वेतन

🇩🇪 Lohn

🇮🇩 gaji

🇺🇦 зарплата

🇵🇱 wynagrodzenie

🇯🇵 給料

🇫🇷 salaire

🇪🇸 salario

🇹🇷 maaş

🇰🇷 급여

🇸🇦 راتب

🇨🇿 mzda

🇸🇰 mzda

🇨🇳 工资

🇸🇮 plača

🇮🇸 laun

🇰🇿 жалақы

🇬🇪 ხელფასი

🇦🇿 maaş

🇲🇽 salario

Word origin

The term 'waged' originates from the Old French word 'wager,' which means 'to pledge' or 'to vow,' and can be traced back to the Latin word 'vadium,' meaning 'pledge' or 'security.' Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass not just pledging but actively engaging in initiatives or conflicts. The verb became commonly used in the context of warfare and competition, which eventually transcended to its current usage relating to employment and financial compensation. In modern English, the notion of 'waging' has adapted to incorporate various campaigns or actions taken in pursuit of a goal, such as social justice, political agendas, or changes within institutions. The flexible usage of the term reflects its roots in conflict and commitment.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,238, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.