probation period

New hire evaluation

A probation period is a trial interval at the start of employment during which a new hire's performance is evaluated before they gain full job security.

During this time, either party can typically end the arrangement more easily than after the period concludes.

She was let go before her probation period ended.

The phrase also applies to conditional release from prison, where offenders must demonstrate good behavior under supervision.

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Opposites
employment status permanence

probation periodpermanent employment

Ongoing work with no termination date

tenure · permanent contract · job security · permanent position · lifetime employment

evaluation vs. established performance

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Protected employment status

seniority · veteran status · retirement

evaluation vs. confirmation

probation periodconfirmation

Establishing something as true

acceptance · ratification · validation · endorsement · clearance

Family

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