Absenteeism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /æb.sənˈtiːˌɪz.m̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Absenteeism is a noun meaning The state of being absent, especially frequently or without good reason; the practice of an absentee.
Meaning
The state of being absent, especially frequently or without good reason; the practice of an absentee.
More Meanings
- The practice of absenting oneself from the country or district where one's estate is situated.
Example Sentences
Chronic absenteeism, for example, continues to be a problem despite some improvements.
The value of having in-house medical expertise is that staff with poor attendance records who have difficulty accessing NHS services can receive support from their employer, to help reduce absenteeism brought about by medical conditions.
Word Forms
- absenteeisms
- absenteism
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include absent, absence, truancy, attendance, non-attendance, absentation.
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