probation

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'probation' refers to a period of observation or testing. It's often used when a new employee starts a job to make sure they're the right fit or when someone breaks rules and is given a chance to improve.

Examples in Different Contexts

In a design studio, a new hire might be on 'probation' to ensure they can handle the creative demands. The creative director might say, 'Let’s give her tasks across different projects to assess her skills during the probation period.'

Practice Scenarios

Public-Policy

Scenario:

The recent offender appears remorseful and willing to learn from his mistakes. Are alternative sentencing options to incarceration a potential consideration?

Response:

Granting probation instead of incarceration can support his rehabilitation and potential reintegration into society.

Tech

Scenario:

Early feedback about the new feature from our beta testers has been mixed. We may need to reassess its full rollout.

Response:

Let's keep the feature on probation with our beta testers for a while longer until we iron out the kinks.