Human Resources Glossary

noun a group of individuals with a common characteristic or shared experience, often used in a research or statistical context

• The cohort of students in the advanced mathematics class performed exceptionally well on the final exam.
• I'm part of the cohort of interns working in the marketing department this summer.
• Our cohort of friends always has the best time when we go out together.
• The cohort of supporters rallied behind the candidate, helping them secure a landslide victory.

noun the act of sending someone away or the act of ending a legal case, contract, etc.

adjective relating to the act of dismissing someone or something

• The employee faced dismissal for repeatedly violating company policies.
• She was given the boot after too many warnings.
• He got the axe for not showing up to work on time.
• His dismissal from the project was like a slap in the face.

noun a person who is employed

verb to be engaged in a job or occupation

adjective having a job or occupation

• She is currently employed at a prestigious law firm.
• He's got a job at the new restaurant in town.
• She's hustling at the startup downtown.
• His creativity is employed in every project he undertakes.

noun a person employed for wages or salary, especially at a non-executive level

adjective relating to or characteristic of an employee

• The employee was commended for their dedication to the project.
• The employee got a raise for their hard work.
• That employee is a real go-getter.
• The employee was the backbone of the team.

noun A person or organization that employs people

• The employer provided comprehensive health insurance benefits to all employees.
• My employer gave me a bonus for exceeding sales targets.
• I can't stand my boss, he's a real pain in the neck.
• The employer held the key to the company's success.

noun the responsibility for and control of a company or organization

• Effective management is crucial for the success of any organization.
• The management team is working on a new project.
• I heard the management is cracking down on office gossip.
• Time management is the key to balancing work and personal life.

noun the money received for work done or services rendered

verb to give someone money that is owed for work done or for a debt

• Employees are required to pay their taxes on time.
• Don't forget to pay your bills before the due date.
• I'll pay you back for the concert tickets, I promise.
• Success often requires a willingness to pay the price of hard work and dedication.

noun a specific area of work within a larger project or organization

• The project manager is responsible for overseeing each workstream to ensure they are on track.
• Let's divide the project into different workstreams to make it more manageable.
• I'll be focusing on my own workstream and you can handle yours.
• Each department is like a different workstream flowing into the river of company success.

adjective Capable of being influenced or affected

• The new medication is affectable in reducing inflammation.
• Your mood is easily affectable by the weather.
• I didn't realize how affectable she was until I saw her cry during that movie.
• His heart was affectable by her words, leading him to make a life-changing decision.