Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
karoshi
noun
kəˈrōSHē
Definition
A Japanese term that means ‘death from overwork.’
Examples
- Many workers in Japan have suffered from karoshi due to intense work cultures and long hours.
- Government initiatives aiming to combat karoshi have been introduced in response to this alarming trend.
Meaning
Karoshi refers to the serious health issues and fatalities that result from excessive work hours and high stress, particularly in the workplace.
Synonyms
- Overwork
- Workaholism
- Job strain
