entry-level

adjective

en·​try-lev·​el ˈen-trē-ˌle-vəl How to pronounce entry-level (audio)
Synonyms of entry-levelnext
: of or being at the lowest level of a hierarchy
entry-level jobs

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In terms of artwork pricing, PDS said that entry-level prices were declining for quality secondary-market, historic works, making this an ideal time to acquire pieces that were previously far less accessible. Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 15 June 2026 The Hawks were 25-30-11 and coming off a lackluster effort in a 4-0 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights when Boisvert signed his three-year, entry-level contract on March 16. Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026 The answer to a shrinking pool of entry-level jobs is not to fight harder for a smaller slice. Lisa Curtis, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 Kawasaki is the latest bikemaker to introduce, or rather reintroduce, an entry-level sports bike to its Stateside lineup. Utkarsh Sood june 13, New Atlas, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for entry-level

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of entry-level was in 1946

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“Entry-level.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/entry-level. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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