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headhunting

The word “headhunting” has 3 syllables: head-hunt-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛdˌhʌn.tɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for headhunting?

In the thesaurus, “headhunting” has 26 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for headhunting along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for headhunting

Antonyms for headhunting

Meanings of headhunting

  • verb
    1. To cut off, and preserve, the heads of one's enemies.
    2. To actively recruit executive personnel.
    3. To pitch at a batter's head.
    4. To use one's hockey stick to strike an opponent's head.
  • noun
    1. The cutting off and preservation of the heads of one's enemies.
    2. The active recruitment of executive or talented personnel.

Example Sentences

  • The firm specializes in headhunting top executives for multinational companies.
  • She works in headhunting, helping startups find experienced managers.
  • Headhunting skilled engineers has become highly competitive in the tech industry.
  • They are headhunting experts in marketing to boost their global presence.
  • Headhunting requires a deep understanding of both industry trends and talent networks.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to headhunting, such as: advancing, apprenticing, assuming, axing, canning, contracting, discharging.

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