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lazy

The word “lazy” has 2 syllables: la-zy

It's pronounced as /ˈleɪ.zi/

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In the thesaurus, “lazy” has 116 synonyms and 79 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lazy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lazy

Antonyms for lazy

Meanings of lazy

  • noun
    1. A lazy person.
    2. Sloth (animal).
  • verb
    1. To laze, act in a lazy manner.
  • adjective
    1. Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.
    2. Causing or characterised by idleness; relaxed or leisurely.
    3. Showing a lack of effort or care.
    4. Sluggish; slow-moving.
    5. Lax:.
    6. (of a cattle brand) Turned so that (the letter) is horizontal instead of vertical.
    7. Employing lazy evaluation; not calculating results until they are immediately required.
    8. Wicked; vicious.

Example Sentences

  • She had a lazy day at home, watching movies and relaxing.
  • His lazy attitude toward work frustrated his colleagues.
  • The lazy cat stretched out in the sun, enjoying the warmth.
  • We decided to have a lazy weekend with no plans at all.
  • He felt so lazy that he couldn't even get out of bed until noon.

On this page you'll find 195 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lazy, such as: activated, active, aestivate, alert, ambitious, amble, animated.

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