B2adjectiveworkmoney
US/ˌwelˈpeɪd/
UK/ˌwelˈpeɪd/
earning or giving a lot of money for the work that is done
In context
She left teaching for a well-paid job in finance.
Doctors are among the most respected and well-paid professionals in the country.
Not every well-paid position brings real job satisfaction.
Words that go with well-paid
adjective + noun
- well-paid jobHe found a well-paid job in construction.
- well-paid workWell-paid work is hard to find in the village.
- well-paid careerEngineering is a well-paid career.
- well-paid positionShe applied for a well-paid position at the bank.
- well-paid professionLaw is a respected and well-paid profession.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a high paid jobCorrect: a well-paid job