slouch
7 synonyms for slouch, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To stand or sit with the shoulders and head drooping forward instead of upright.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To stand or sit with the shoulders and head drooping forward instead of upright.
“Don't slouch at your desk all day — it's bad for your back.”
How to use slouch
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
slouch in a chair
no slouch
Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly linked to an Old Norse word for a lazy person.
Full origin of slouch →Frequently asked questions
What does “slouch” mean?
The word “slouch” means to stand or sit with the shoulders and head drooping forward instead of upright. In plain terms, to sit or stand with poor, drooping posture — or, as a noun, an unskilled or lazy person.
How do you pronounce “slouch”?
“Slouch” is pronounced SLOWCH (/ˈslaʊ̯t͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “slouch” in a sentence?
Here is “slouch” used in a sentence: “Don't slouch at your desk all day — it's bad for your back.”
What part of speech is “slouch”?
Depending on how it is used, “slouch” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “slouch” come from?
The word “slouch” comes from Old Norse. Origin uncertain, possibly linked to an Old Norse word for a lazy person.
How many meanings does “slouch” have?
“Slouch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to stand or sit with the shoulders and head drooping forward instead of upright.
