lazy (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈleɪ.zi/

Definition

Not wanting to work or use energy; not active.

Examples

• The cat is very lazy and sleeps all day.

• I feel lazy today, so I will not go to the gym.

• Don't be lazy; you need to finish your homework.

How to Use lazy

lazy about (prepositional phrase)

Not wanting to do a specific task. — "He is lazy about doing his chores."

lazy dog (collocation)

A common phrase used in the pangram 'The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog'. — "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog."

Synonyms of lazy

Words with a similar meaning to lazy:

• idle
• inactive
• slothful

Antonyms of lazy

Words with the opposite meaning to lazy:

• active
• energetic
• industrious

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