Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
understaffing
noun
/ˌʌndərˈstæfɪŋ/
Definition
The condition of having too few staff members to adequately perform tasks or meet demands.
Examples
- The restaurant faced understaffing problems during the busy holiday season.
- Understaffing in hospitals can negatively impact patient care.
- The project suffered delays due to chronic understaffing in the team.
Meaning
Understaffing occurs when an organization does not have enough employees to handle its workload effectively. This can lead to stress, burnout, and lower productivity among the existing staff.
Synonyms
- Insufficient staffing
- Underemployment
- Short staffing
- Staff shortage
