absenteeism

[ ab-suhn-tee-iz-uhm ]

noun

1. frequent or habitual absence from work, school, etc.:

   rising absenteeism in the industry.

2. the practice of being an absentee landlord.

absenteeism

/ ˌæbsənˈtiːɪzəm /

noun

1. persistent absence from work, school, etc

absenteeism

1. Habitual absence from work, thought to reflect employee demoralization or dissatisfaction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of absenteeism¹

First recorded in 1820–30; absentee + -ism

Example Sentences

In a district dogged by declining enrollment and chronic absenteeism and focused on overcoming pandemic academic setbacks, parents have viewed the accelerated programs as successful bright spots.

From Los Angeles Times

High school students were more likely to stay and also faced chronic absenteeism and mental health struggles.

From Los Angeles Times

Government strategies to reduce absenteeism include providing more access to specialist mental health professionals, introducing free breakfast clubs and ensuring earlier intervention for pupils with special needs.

From BBC

Van der List said the “parental workforce” has also changed the approach to managing head lice, alongside rising concerns about absenteeism.

From Salon

The chronic absenteeism rate, while remaining high, represents an improvement over the prior year’s rate of 28.2%.

From Los Angeles Times