English · Work & Business
demotion
/diˈmoʊ.ʃən/
[/diˈmoʊ.ʃən/]
move to lower job
Advancednoun
Definition
A move to a less important job or rank at work, the opposite of a promotion.
Example
His repeated mistakes led to a demotion from team leader to ordinary staff member.
His repeated mistakes led to a demotion from team leader to ordinary staff member.
Etymology
Formed by analogy with 'promotion', using the prefix 'de-' (down) and 'motion'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in employment and sports leagues (a team being demoted).