absenteeism /æb.sənˈtiːˌɪz.m̩/ noun2 •The state of being absent, especially frequently or without good reason; the practice of an absentee.Chronic absenteeism, for example, continues to be a problem despite some improvements. — 2025 •The practice of absenting oneself from the country or district where one's estate is situated. formsabsenteeisms
