Meaning & Definition of word "Laziness"

Laziness

/ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/

noun:

  • 1. The quality of being unwilling to work or use energy; idleness.
    • Example: Her laziness became apparent when she consistently avoided her chores.
  • 2. A general disinclination to activity or exertion.
    • Example: The hot weather contributed to a sense of laziness that pervaded the entire office.
  • 3. An inclination to avoid effort or activity.
    • Example: Despite his talent for painting, his laziness kept him from pursuing it seriously.
  • 4. A state of inactivity or lethargy.
    • Example: After a week of vacation, I fell into a laziness that made it hard to get back to work.

Etymology

From lazy + -ness, indicating the quality of being lazy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lazy bones:

A person who is habitually lazy.

couch potato:

A lazy person who spends much time sitting or lying down.

take it easy:

To relax and not work too hard.

Related Words

lazy:

Unwilling to work or use energy.

slothful:

Habitually lazy; idle.

Slang Meanings of laziness

Meaning: Procrastination

Example Sentence: He put off his chores due to his bad procrastination.

Meaning: Slack off

Example Sentence: She decided to slack off on her responsibilities for the weekend.