Sinecure

ENZH

What Does Sinecure Mean?

  • 闲职
  • 福利职位
  • 无实际工作的职位

Sinecure Pronunciation

/ˈsɪnɪkjʊər/

Sinecure Definition

noun

Definition

a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.

In ZH

一个几乎不需要工作的职位,但给持有者带来地位或经济利益。

How to Use Sinecure in a Sentence

  • He was given a sinecure at the university, allowing him to focus on his research.
  • The ambassador's sinecure included a luxurious office and a generous salary.
  • Many criticized the politician for taking a sinecure while the citizens struggled.
  • After years of hard work, she finally landed a sinecure that paid well and required minimal effort.
  • Despite the title, the sinecure offered him no real influence in the organization.