seniority
noun
se·nior·i·ty
sēn-ˈyȯr-ə-tē 
-ˈyär-
Examples of seniority in a Sentence
Promotions are based on merit and seniority.
a teacher with less seniority
He has worked here longer than I have, so he has seniority over me.
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The reductions, which span multiple divisions, geographies, and levels of seniority, come as the company continues to report robust financial results but seeks to streamline operations and adapt to rapid shifts in the technology landscape.
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Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 July 2025
That sentiment was in line with his playbook in that race: reminding voters of his seniority and connections in the district.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Employees who stay with the company will receive additional seniority increases after two years.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 June 2025
But elder members are eager to keep seniority in place.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 June 2025
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Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 July 2025
That sentiment was in line with his playbook in that race: reminding voters of his seniority and connections in the district.
—Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Employees who stay with the company will receive additional seniority increases after two years.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 June 2025
But elder members are eager to keep seniority in place.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for seniority
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“Seniority.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seniority. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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seniority
noun
se·nior·i·ty
sēn-ˈyȯr-ət-ē
-ˈyär-
1
: the quality or state of being senior
2
: a privileged position arrived at by length of service
Legal Definition
seniority
noun
se·nior·i·ty
sēn-ˈyȯr-ə-tē
1
: the quality or state of being senior
2
: the senior status attained by length of continuous service (as in a company)
also
: the length of such continuous service
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