resenteeism
UK/ɹɛ.sənˈtiːˌɪz.m̩/US/ˌɹɛ.sənˈtiˌɪz.m̩/
resenteeism noun: the fact of remaining present in a job due to job security despite feeling unhappy and unfulfilled.
Noun
resenteeism (uncountable)
- The fact of remaining present in a job due to job security despite feeling unhappy and unfulfilled.
- Unlike presenteeism (going in to work but not being productive, for instance if you’re ill), those suffering from resenteeism experience a lot more frustration surrounding their current situation, something that can be catching among fellow staff.2023 January 13, Bianca London, “Are you suffering from Resenteeism? The new workplace trend that’s the successor to quiet quitting”, in Glamour UK, archived from the original on 05 May 2024
- Sirsha Haldar, general manager of ADP UK, a leading Payroll and HR provider, suggests that the Great Resignation may have played a part in the rise of resenteeism.2023 January 31, Ella Glover, “Can’t bring yourself to leave the job you hate? It’s called ‘resenteeism’”, in Metro, archived from the original on 05 May 2024
Origin of resenteeism
Blend of resentment + presenteeism.
Questions about resenteeism
- What does resenteeism mean?
- Resenteeism means the fact of remaining present in a job due to job security despite feeling unhappy and unfulfilled.
- What part of speech is resenteeism?
- Resenteeism is a noun.
- How do you pronounce resenteeism?
- Resenteeism is pronounced /ɹɛ.sənˈtiːˌɪz.m̩/ (UK).
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