Freelance
9 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Working for different companies at different times rather than being permanently employed by one organisation. Freelance workers operate independently on a project basis.
“She works as a freelance graphic designer for various advertising agencies.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfriːlɑːns/
Syllables
free·lance
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Synonyms
Antonyms
salaried
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Wordle
Four E's and two L's; compound FREE + LANCE pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; F (4pts) and C (3pts) add moderate value
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