vocation

Plural: vocations

Noun

A strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
a body of people doing the same kind of work
A divine calling to establish one's lifestyle.
An occupation for which a person is suited, trained or qualified.

Examples

Nursing is a vocation that many people find horrendous.
Playing Scrabble was not just a hobby for him; it was a true vocation.
The Catholic Church supports and teaches us that there are three vocations: the single life, married life, and the religious life or priesthood.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English vocacioun, from Old French vocation, from Latin vocātiō.

Synonyms

calling, career, occupational group

Scrabble Score: 13

vocation: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
vocation: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
vocation: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

vocation: valid Words With Friends Word