What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lazy
Example
He's too lazy to get up and do his chores. [lazy: adjective]
Example
I feel so lazy today, I don't want to do anything. [lazy: adjective]
sluggish
Example
The turtle moved in a sluggish manner across the road. [sluggish: adjective]
Example
I feel sluggish after eating a heavy meal. [sluggish: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lazy is more commonly used than sluggish in everyday language. Lazy is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while sluggish is less common and more specific in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between lazy and sluggish?
Both lazy and sluggish are informal words that are not typically used in formal contexts.
