Definition

The state of being slow or behind in progress or development.

Example

His laggardness in completing the project caused delays for the entire team.

Conversation

Have you noticed the laggardness in our team's project updates lately?

Yeah, it seems like everyone is falling behind on their tasks.

I think the laggardness is affecting our overall progress, to be honest.

We definitely need to step things up if we want to meet the deadline.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Laggardness → It is formed from "laggard" (from Middle English *laggard*, meaning one who lags behind) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "laggardness" refers to the state of being slow or behind in progress.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'lagging behind' — that's what 'laggardness' means, the quality of being slow or not keeping up.

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