noun General Slang

resenteeism

ri-zen-TEE-iz-um · noun · informal

Staying in a job you resent while quietly stewing.

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Remaining in a job one actively dislikes, often out of financial necessity or a poor job market, while harboring resentment. It goes a step beyond presenteeism by adding open discontent.

“Half the department is running on resenteeism, showing up daily but hating every minute.”
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resenteeism In A Sentence

Half the department is running on resenteeism, showing up daily but hating every minute.

Origin & Usage

A blend of 'resentment' and 'presenteeism'; gained traction in workplace trend coverage in 2023.

People Also Ask

What does 'resenteeism' mean?

It's staying in a job you actively dislike, often out of necessity, while harboring open resentment.

How is 'resenteeism' different from presenteeism?

Presenteeism is showing up while unwell or unproductive; resenteeism adds active discontent and resentment on top.

Where does 'resenteeism' come from?

It's a blend of 'resentment' and 'presenteeism' that gained traction in workplace trend coverage in 2023.

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