Precariat

usgb/prɪˈkeriət/
noun

A group of people who have little job security and few work benefits.

Many people in the gig economy form a part of the precariat.
Visual representation of "precariat" - A group of people who have little job security and few work benefits

Often appears as...

  • the growing precariat
  • members of the precariat

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Formal, Disapproving

Academic

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Job Instability

The term 'precariat' emphasizes uncertainty in employment status and income.

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He joined the ranks of the precariat, never knowing if he'll have work next week.
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Modern Concern

'Precariat' is particularly relevant today due to the rise of short-term contracts and gig work.

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The precariat is expanding with more freelancers and contract workers in the economy.
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Social Class

The word often refers to a new, insecure social class affected by globalization and economic changes.

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Politicians are debating laws to protect the precariat from further economic hardships.
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