Learn how to use the comparative “lazier” and superlative “laziest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “lazy”?

The comparative form of “lazy” is “lazier”.

Example

He is lazier than his brother.

Example

She studied lazier than she did last semester.

What is the superlative form of “lazy”?

The superlative form of “lazy” is “laziest”.

Example

Among all the students, he is the laziest.

Example

The sloth is known for being the laziest animal in the world.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with lazy, lazier, and laziest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more lazy' and 'most lazy' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, lazier and laziest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Lazy does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: LazyLazier Superlative: LazyLaziest

Expressions with similar meanings to “lazier”

Used to describe someone who is even lazier or more idle

Example

He became more indolent as the summer heat increased.

Used to indicate a lack of energy or motivation

Example

The sluggish cat barely moved from its spot all day.

A milder way of expressing laziness or lack of activity

Example

The rainy weather made her less active than usual.

Expressions with similar meanings to “laziest”

Similar to laziest, this emphasizes extreme laziness or idleness

Example

The most indolent person I know spends all day in bed.

Used to describe the highest level of lack of energy or motivation

Example

The most sluggish turtle barely moved at all.

A milder way of expressing extreme laziness or lack of activity

Example

Among all the employees, he is the least active.

Using than with comparative “lazier”

When using the comparative form lazier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is lazier than his brother." Here, than is used to show that the level of laziness of 'he' is greater than the level of laziness of his brother.

How can I use this expression in context?

“lazier” and “laziest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Work

    He is lazier than his co-worker.

    He is lazier than his co-worker.

  • 2Study

    She is lazier than she was last year.

    She is lazier than she was last year.

  • 3Household Chores

    He is the laziest person in the family when it comes to doing chores.

    He is the laziest person in the family when it comes to doing chores.

  • 4Animals

    The sloth is known for being the laziest animal in the world.

    The sloth is known for being the laziest animal in the world.

  • 5Personal Habits

    She has become lazier since she started working from home.

    She has become lazier since she started working from home.

Related idioms and phrases

Take it easy

To relax or not exert oneself too much.

Example

After a long day at work, he likes to take it easy and watch TV.

Couch potato

A person who spends a lot of time sitting or lying down, usually watching television.

Example

He has turned into a couch potato ever since he got Netflix.

Idle hands are the devil's workshop

When people have nothing to do, they are more likely to get into trouble.

Example

She always keeps herself busy because she believes that idle hands are the devil's workshop.

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