noun
- the fact or condition of not being present at a place where one is expected to be
Usage: formal
Examples
- The student’s nonattendance at school became a serious concern.
- Nonattendance at mandatory meetings may result in disciplinary action.
- The teacher recorded several instances of nonattendance in her grade book.
- His nonattendance at the conference was noted by his colleagues.
- The policy clearly states the consequences of nonattendance.
- Chronic nonattendance can affect a student’s academic performance.