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Slothful (Adjective)

Meaning

Disinclined to work or exertion; "faineant kings under whose rule the country languished"; "an indolent hanger-on"; "too lazy to wash the dishes"; "shiftless idle youth"; "slothful employees"; "the unemployed are not necessarily work-shy".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The slothful employee spent most of his day browsing social media instead of working on his tasks.
  • Her slothful nature made it difficult for her to get out of bed in the morning and start her day.
  • The slothful attitude of the team members was reflected in their poor performance and lack of motivation.
  • After a few months of unemployment, he had become slothful and struggled to find the energy to look for a new job.
  • The slothful behavior of the students during the summer break was a stark contrast to their usual enthusiasm and energy during the school year.

Synonyms

  • Otiose
  • Faineant
  • Work-shy
  • Lazy
  • Indolent

Related Words

  • Slothfulness (noun)
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