1. the class of salaried employees, especially professional and managerial workers
Usage: formal; sociological term

Examples

• The salariat has grown significantly with the expansion of service industries.
• Members of the salariat typically receive monthly paychecks rather than hourly wages.
• The company’s restructuring affected both the salariat and hourly workers.
• Sociologists study the relationship between the salariat and working class.
• The salariat often enjoys better job security than hourly employees.
• Economic policies impact the salariat differently than other worker categories.