Vocabulary Entry

sinecure

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noun

A job or position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.

Example Sentences

"The professor held a sinecure at the university, doing very little yet receiving a generous salary."

"She considered her appointment to the committee a sinecure, as it had no real responsibilities."

"In the company, some felt the manager's role was simply a sinecure, ensuring he was paid well without contributing much."