Definition

The state of being unwilling to work or use energy; a tendency to avoid effort.

Example

His laziness prevented him from finishing his homework on time.

Conversation

I really need to get off the couch and stop my laziness.

I get that! Sometimes it's hard to find the motivation.

Exactly! I feel like my laziness is holding me back from doing fun things.

Maybe we can plan something active together to change that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Laziness → It is formed from "lazy" (from Middle English *leisie*, meaning idle or unwilling to work) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "laziness" refers to the state of being lazy or the quality of being unwilling to work or exert effort.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'lazy' to remember that 'laziness' means the state of being unwilling to work.

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