lazy

[ˈleɪzi]

lazy Definition

  • 1unwilling to work or use energy; inactive
  • 2showing a lack of effort or care

Using lazy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lazy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was too lazy to cook dinner and ordered takeout instead.

  • Example

    The student's poor grades were due to his lazy attitude towards studying.

  • Example

    She spent the whole day in bed, feeling lazy and unmotivated.

  • Example

    The company's lazy approach to customer service led to many complaints.

lazy Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with lazy

  • a person who is lazy and does not like to work

    Example

    Get up, you lazy bones! It's time to start the day.

  • a day when you do not have to work or do anything productive

    Example

    I'm looking forward to a lazy day at home, just relaxing and watching TV.

  • lazy Susan

    a rotating tray or turntable placed on a table or countertop to aid in distributing food or condiments

    Example

    Pass the salt, please. It's on the lazy Susan in the center of the table.

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Summary: lazy in Brief

The term 'lazy' [ˈleɪzi] describes a person or thing that is unwilling to work or use energy, or shows a lack of effort or care. Examples include 'He was too lazy to cook dinner' and 'The company's lazy approach to customer service.' The phrase 'lazy bones' refers to a person who is lazy and does not like to work, while 'lazy day' denotes a day when you do not have to work or do anything productive.

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