Definition

In a way that shows a lack of energy or effort; doing something slowly and without enthusiasm.

Example

He completed his homework slothfully, taking breaks every few minutes.

Conversation

I spent the entire weekend just being really slothfully lazy at home.

That sounds nice! Sometimes you need those days to recharge.

Yeah, but now I feel like I wasted my time slothfully lounging around.

Don't beat yourself up — everyone deserves a break now and then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slothfully → It is formed from "sloth" (from Old English *slæwð*, meaning laziness or idleness) and "-fully" (meaning in a manner full of). The word "slothfully" means in a manner full of laziness or idleness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sloth' as representing laziness, and remember that 'slothfully' means acting in a lazy manner.

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