Probationer

Pronunciation: /prəˈbeɪʃənər/

Definitions of probationer

noun someone who is under probation or supervision, especially in a legal or employment context

Example Sentences

A1 The probationer is learning new skills at the company.

A2 The probationer was nervous about starting their new job.

B1 The probationer successfully completed their training program.

B2 The probationer's performance will be evaluated at the end of the probation period.

C1 The probationer has shown great potential and will likely be offered a permanent position.

C2 The probationer's dedication and hard work have impressed the management team.

Grammatical Forms of probationer

• past tense: probationed
• plural: probationers
• comparative: more probationer
• superlative: most probationer
• present tense: probation
• future tense: will be on probation
• perfect tense: have been on probation
• continuous tense: is being probationed
• singular: probationer
• positive degree: probationer
• infinitive: to be on probation
• gerund: probationing
• participle: probationing

Origin and Evolution of probationer

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'probationer' originated from the Latin word 'probationem' which means 'trial' or 'examination'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a legal context to refer to someone undergoing a trial period or evaluation, the term 'probationer' has evolved to also encompass individuals undergoing a period of supervised or restricted freedom as part of a sentence or as a condition of employment.