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idler

3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for idler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A person who does nothing and avoids activity.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

bum

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

layabout loafer

Antonyms

Etymology

Formed from idle and -er.

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