noun🔗ShareA period of time when a person occupies a position only conditionally and may easily be removed for poor performance"The new intern's position was on probation; if her performance didn't improve, she could be dismissed. "governmentlawjobpositionconditionorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA type of sentence where convicted criminals are allowed to continue living in the community but will automatically be sent to jail if they violate certain conditions"He got two years probation for robbery."lawgovernmentpoliceconditionguiltsocietystateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe act of testing; proof"The probation period for the new intern was designed to test her skills and commitment to the company. "actionconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
