What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
loafed
Example
He loafed on the couch all day, watching TV. [loafed: verb]
Example
She spent the afternoon loafing around the park, enjoying the sunshine. [loafing: gerund or present participle]
laze
Example
I like to laze in the hammock on lazy afternoons. [laze: verb]
Example
They spent the day lazily lounging by the pool, sipping drinks. [lazily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Loafed and laze are less common words and may not be used as frequently as other synonyms for relaxation or idleness.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between loafed and laze?
Both loafed and laze are informal words and may not be appropriate in formal contexts.
