laziness
LAY-zee-nuhs
Laziness (noun) means Unwillingness to work or make an effort. Example: “Pure laziness kept him from finishing the report on time.”
noun
1
Unwillingness to work or make an effort.
"Pure laziness kept him from finishing the report on time."
"She blamed her laziness on the summer heat."
How to use laziness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality or habit of avoiding effort or work.
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Word forms
- Plural
- lazinesses
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Etymology
From "lazy" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for laziness
business
ugliness
holiness
happiness
craziness
weariness
readiness
emptiness
manliness
dizziness
tardiness
heaviness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “laziness” mean?
The word “laziness” means unwillingness to work or make an effort. In plain terms, the quality or habit of avoiding effort or work.
How do you pronounce “laziness”?
“Laziness” is pronounced LAY-zee-nuhs (/ˈleɪ.zi.nəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “laziness” in a sentence?
Here is “laziness” used in a sentence: “Pure laziness kept him from finishing the report on time.”
What part of speech is “laziness”?
“Laziness” is a noun.
Is “laziness” a common word?
“Laziness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
