Social loafing

/ˈsoʊ.ʃəl ˈloʊf.ɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The tendency for individuals to exert less effort on a task when working in a group compared to working alone.

Etymology

From Latin 'socialis' (allied) + 'loaf' (to idle about). Idling in social groups.

Kelly Says

Social loafing is slacking off in a group because you figure someone else will pick up the slack — the bigger the group, the more people coast!

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