Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
absenteeism
noun
ˌæb.sənˈtiː.ɪ.zəm
Definition
The practice of regularly staying away from work or school without good reason.
Examples
High levels of absenteeism can negatively impact a company’s productivity.
Students with high absenteeism rates often struggle to keep up with classwork.
Employers may implement new policies to reduce absenteeism in the workplace.
Meaning
Absenteeism refers to the habitual or chronic absence from a place where one is expected to be, often used in the context of work and education.
Synonyms
- absentee
- nonattendance
- detachment
- disengagement
