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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sinecurist

/ˈsɪnɪkjʊrɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does sinecurist mean?

noun

A sinecurist is a person who holds a position that is not a genuine job, but rather a sinecure, often with little or no actual work to do. A sinecurist may be seen as someone who is enjoying a comfortable and secure position without having to exert themselves.

Example

"The politician was accused of being a sinecurist, using their position to collect a salary without doing any meaningful work."

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