idleness
Idleness (noun) means the state of not working or doing anything; laziness or inactivity. Example: “Weeks of idleness on the injured list left the athlete restless.”
How to use idleness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA period or state of having nothing productive to do.
Word forms
idlenesses plural
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Weeks of _____ on the injured list left the athlete restless.
Etymology
From Old English idelnes, built on idle + -ness.
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Rhymes for idleness
Frequently asked questions
What does “idleness” mean?
The word “idleness” means the state of not working or doing anything; laziness or inactivity. In plain terms, a period or state of having nothing productive to do.
How do you pronounce “idleness”?
“Idleness” is pronounced EYE-duhl-nuhs (/ˈaɪdəlnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “idleness” in a sentence?
Here is “idleness” used in a sentence: “Weeks of idleness on the injured list left the athlete restless.”
What part of speech is “idleness”?
“Idleness” is a noun.
Where does the word “idleness” come from?
The word “idleness” comes from Old English. From Old English idelnes, built on idle + -ness.