Synonyms

  barrier (a bar, wall, fence, or gate that stops people or vehicles from entering a place): The crowd had to wait behind barriers. barricade (a temporary structure placed across a road, path, etc. to prevent people from getting through): Police erected a barricade across the road. railings (a fence …

job (a paid position of regular employment): She got a job as a waitress. position formal (a job within an organization): I want to apply for the position of Chief Financial Officer. post (a position of duty or employment): His father holds the post of foreign minister. vacancy (an unoccupied …

  idea (a thought or plan in your mind): I have to talk to John; he’s always full of good ideas. thought (something that you think of or remember): The thought of closing the window never crossed my mind. concept (a general idea or understanding of something): She was unfamiliar with …

  happen (to take place, usually without being planned): An eclipse happens when the sun, earth, and moon are in a straight line. occur formal (to happen, especially unexpectedly): These problems occur in all families. take place (to happen, usually events that have been arranged or planned): The wedding will …

  genius (a person who has great mental ability): He is a genius at mathematics. prodigy (a child or young person having extraordinary talent or ability): She was an infant prodigy, composing music at the age of five. brain (a highly intelligent person): He is one of the best brains …