Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

compassionate leave

noun

kəmˈpæʃ.ən.ət liːv

Definition

Compassionate leave is a period of time off work that is granted to an employee to deal with a personal situation, typically related to the illness or death of a family member or loved one.

Examples

After her father’s passing, she took compassionate leave to grieve and make arrangements.
The company offers compassionate leave for employees dealing with serious family emergencies.
Many organizations include compassionate leave as part of their employee benefits package.

Meaning

It allows employees to take necessary time away from work to attend to important personal matters, ensuring that they can manage their emotional and practical needs during difficult times.