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Absenteeism

Verb / ˌæbsʌˈnti:ɪzʌm / Another word for absenteeism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Absenteeism is the habit of regularly being absent from work or school without a good reason.

Synonyms & similar words

truancy non-attendance non-appearance absence non-attendance nonappearance nonattendance nonattendance nonappearance truancy nonattendance non-attendance absence truancy nonattendance non-appearance nonattendance absence truancy nonattendance

Example sentences

  1. John's absenteeism from school is becoming a problem.
  2. The company has a policy against absenteeism.
  3. Absenteeism is not a good habit to have.
  4. Her absenteeism has caused her to fall behind in her classes.
  5. The school has a high rate of absenteeism.

Quotes

  • "Absence makes the heart grow fonder, but it sure makes the rest of you lonely." - Charles M. Schulz
  • "The only thing worse than a man you can't control is a man you can." - Margo Kaufman
  • "After all, I don't see why I am always asking for private, individual, selfish miracles when every year there are miracles like white dogwood." - Anne Morrow Lindbergh

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