word
Burnout Syndrome
BURN-owt SIN-drohm
/ˈbɜːrnaʊt ˈsɪndroʊm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
burnoutsyndrome
Dictionary meaning
A state of chronic stress that leads to physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, and feelings of ineffectiveness, recognized by the WHO as an occupational phenomenon
Examples
- Healthcare workers faced severe burnout syndrome during the prolonged pandemic.
Pronunciation tips
WHO classifies burnout as an occupational phenomenon, not a medical condition.
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