What does HIRED mean?

hired

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to engage the services of a person for a fee or salary

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhaɪrd/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhaɪəd/

Origin and Usage: The word "hired" originated from the Old English word "hyrian," which means "to obtain the use of for a payment." It is commonly used in modern English to describe the act of engaging the services of a person for a fee or salary. The word is often used in the context of employment, where an employer hires an employee to work for them.

Synonyms: employed, engaged, recruited, appointed, commissioned

Related Words: hider, hired, hirer, hired, hires

Example Sentences:

• She was hired as a marketing manager for the company.
• He hired a contractor to remodel his kitchen.
• The company hired a new CEO to lead the organization.
• They hired a private investigator to look into the matter.
• She was hired to teach English at the local school.