Translation

ぐずぐずした / 遅らせるような / 先延ばしの

Meaning

Dilatory means slow to act or tending to cause delay, especially when speed or decision is expected. It often criticizes procrastination, stalling, or poor responsiveness.

Examples

• その会社の対応は遅く、顧客の不満を招きました。
  The company's dilatory response frustrated customers.
• 彼女は遅れがちな態度を改め、期限を守るようになりました。
  She corrected her dilatory habits and began meeting deadlines.