volunteerism

noun

vol·​un·​teer·​ism ˌvä-lən-ˈtir-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce volunteerism (audio)
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: the act or practice of doing volunteer work in community service

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The talent retention benefits of participating in corporate volunteerism are even higher among new employees who have been with a company for 2.5 years or less, who have a 52% lower turnover rate. Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 Engaging in volunteerism allows leaders to connect with people and situations outside their usual spheres. Antonia Bowring, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 There’s a lot of volunteerism, a sense of ownership, a lot of pride in being in Garden City. Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2025 The celebration runs through April 27, encompassing Earth Day and highlighting volunteerism, education and family activities across more than 400 parks. Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for volunteerism

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of volunteerism was in 1844

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“Volunteerism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volunteerism. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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