Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nonattendance
noun
/ˌnɒn.ətˈtɛndəns/
Definition
The state of not attending something, particularly an event, meeting, or class.
Examples
- His nonattendance at the meeting raised concerns among the team.
- She was marked absent due to her nonattendance at several classes.
- Nonattendance without a valid excuse can lead to penalties.
Meaning
Nonattendance refers to the act of being absent from a scheduled activity or event, which can have consequences depending on the context in which it occurs.
Synonyms
- absence
- failure to attend
- nonappearance