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junior

adjective B2 Neutral

Meaning

The term "junior" refers to someone who is younger or less experienced in a particular field or organization, often used to describe positions or roles that are entry-level or lower in rank.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "junior" with "senior," which denotes a higher rank or more experience.

Example Sentences

The junior staff member submitted the report before the deadline .
The junior staff members attended the training session yesterday .

Word in Context

Mark arrived at the small studio for his first day as a junior photographer . He carried a notebook and asked polite questions to learn the routine . His manager showed him how to prepare the equipment and explained the schedule for the week . By lunchtime he felt more confident because colleagues gave friendly advice and corrected small mistakes . In the afternoon he practiced taking photos and planned to review them with the team tomorrow .

Common Phrases

junior employee junior manager junior level

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