vocation, avocation
Vocation refers to a strong feeling or calling to fulfill a role, often a religious one; it also indicates one’s occupation.
- Nathalie felt compelled to make the military her vocation.
An avocation is a hobby or pastime.
- Roger enjoyed photography as an avocation but not as a profession.
- Mandy’s vocation is nursing, but her avocation is white-water canoeing.
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