Deadbeat
/ˈdɛdˌbit/
Synonyms
- slacker
- freeloader
- loafer
- mooch
- ne'er-do-well
Slang Meanings
A person who cannot be relied upon to contribute or help.
He's such a deadbeat; he never pulls his weight in the team.
Someone who lives off others without making an effort.
She finally kicked her deadbeat boyfriend out after he didn't pay rent for months.