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.