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Updated June 2026
The state of being unemployed or the number of people without jobs. Unemployment represents individuals willing and able to work but unable to find employment opportunities.
“Government policies aim to reduce unemployment through job creation and skills training programmes.”
/ʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/
un·em·ploy·ment
Contains 'UN' prefix and 'EMPLOYMENT'; multiple 'E' and 'M' letters
Strong 12-letter word with 'Y' and 'M' appearing twice for points; economic term
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