Synonyms of vocation

vocation

noun

vō-ˈkā-shən 

1

as in profession

the activity by which one regularly makes a living

finally made sculpting her vocation instead of just a hobby

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pursuit
• hobby
• avocation

2

as in fraternity

the body of people in a profession or field of activity

she says that although she respects certain journalists, she despises the vocation

politics has its honest and its dishonest practitioners, just like any other vocation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• profession
• fraternity
• corps
• community
• brotherhood
• association
• society
• fellowship
• organization
• federation
• sodality
• calling
• guild
• club

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vocation

Neither his studies in sociology and international administration, nor his experience as a social worker, have deterred him from his vocation as a garbage collector. — Literary Hub, 8 July 2026

Early life and religious vocation Gerardi was born in Guatemala City on December 27, 1922. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 July 2026

Fortunately, anticipating the tastes of strangers has become something of a vocation. — Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

Businesspeople have visited schools to help students explore other routes, including community college and vocations such as HVAC technicians. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2026