probation Meaning, pronunciation, usage in a sentence, synonyms, ...

/proʊˈbeɪʃən/

Main Example

He is on probation for six months.

Grammatical Info:

Noun (n.)

A period during which a person is monitored to see if they can behave well or meet certain conditions.

Other Example

She was placed on probation after her first offense.

The judge decided to give him probation instead of jail time.

During probation, he must check in with his officer weekly.

serve probation

complete probation

violate probation

parole

supervision

conditional release

/proʊˈbeɪʃən/

Main Example

She is still in her probation period at the company.

Grammatical Info:

Noun (n.)

A trial period for a new employee to see if they are suitable for the job.

Other Example

/proʊˈbeɪʃən/

Main Example

The judge decided to probation him instead of sending him to jail.

Grammatical Info:

Verb (v.)

To place someone under a period of probation.

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