Synonyms of livelihood

livelihood

noun

as in living

a way of earning money in order to live

Many fishermen believe that the new regulations threaten their livelihoods.

Related Words

• living
• employment
• business
• trade
• enterprise
• profession
• job
• occupation
• work
• vocation
• field
• game
• racket
• métier
• mission
• calling
• situation
• lifework
• art
• engagement
• lay
• line
• assignment
• handicraft
• position
• gig
• craft
• office
• call
• duty
• function
• task
• handcraft
• place
• workload
• load
• post
• berth
• appointment
• billet

Dissimilar Words

• pursuit
• hobby
• avocation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of livelihood

In Conversation Oleksandr Mykhed remembers how Russia and its war has destroyed Ukrainian books, lives, and livelihoods. — Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026

One of the biggest misconceptions is that sustainability and farmer livelihoods are separate conversations. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Yes, there are wealthy vineyard owners, but there are also thousands of farmers, small and multigenerational wineries, farmworkers, cellar workers, truck drivers, restaurant and hotel employees whose livelihoods depend on this industry. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026

The animals’ success has delighted conservationists but frustrated some cattle ranchers, whose livelihood can become dinner for the endangered canids. — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026