Presenteeism

//pɹɛ.sənˈtiːˌɪz.m̩// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The fact of being present at work, especially if one is too sick to be productive, or working beyond the expected hours. UK, uncountable

    "Research shows that presenteeism, apart from the obvious danger of contamination of other workers, can lead to longer absence from work later on."

Example

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"Presenteeism is the practice of coming to work despite being sick. It also refers to the practice of working long hours and not taking any holidays because one is afraid of losing his job."

Etymology

From presentee + -ism, after absenteeism, coined by academic Cary Cooper.

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