Vocation Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/vəˈkeɪʃən/

Noun

A strong inclination or liking for a particular activity, profession, or pursuit, often accompanied by a sense of divine guidance or calling.

Her vocation as an artist brought her immense joy and fulfillment.
He felt a strong vocation to become a priest after a spiritual awakening.
The scientist’s vocation to discover new life forms drove her to dedicate her life to research.
Serving as a nurse is his vocation, and he finds happiness in helping others.
Her vocation as a writer allowed her to express herself creatively and connect with readers worldwide.

The word “vocation” comes from the Latin “vocare,” meaning “to call” or “to summon.”

Vocation is often used to describe a person’s life’s work or a sense of purpose that drives their actions.

Vocation appears in various cultural contexts, such as literature, music, and art.

A calling in life, follow your vocation, find your passion

Purpose, profession, occupation, career, calling

follow one’s vocation, discover one’s vocation, pursue a vocation, find one’s calling

Vocation is a relatively uncommon word in modern language, often used in formal or liturgical contexts.

vocational, vocasion, vocassion