avocational

adjective

ˌa-və-ˈkā-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce avocational (audio)
Definition of avocationalnext
as in amateur
being such only for recreation just a bunch of avocational rockers who get together in a garage on weekends

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Recent Examples of avocational Bartell, an avocational drummer and former public defender, had never owned or operated a concert venue before. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026 The Club’s motto, ‘Weaving spiders, come not here,’ conveys the Club’s character and purpose as a social, avocational organization. — Wire Services, Dallas News, 7 Apr. 2023 Scott Brady, an avocational archaeologist with the Friends of the State Archeologist (FOSA) will discuss archaeology and the history of the Pitkin Glass Works. — Hartford Courant, 9 Sep. 2022 Grandma, who’s something of a healer and avocational witchbuster—Ms. — Joe Morgenstern, WSJ, 22 Oct. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for avocational
amateur
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  • What makes this solution a favorite for amateur home cooks and pro chefs alike?
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Clooney’s nearby Italian residence was already as famous as him, and a stakeout spot for amateur and professional paparazzi.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of amateur

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“Avocational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avocational. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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