Formal and Informal Expressions of slouch

In different contexts, you can replace 'slouch' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'hunch, stoop' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'chill, veg out' is a commonplace synonym.

slouch: Explore its Definition & Usage

slouch Definition

1to sit, stand, or walk with a lazy and drooping posture
2to be lazy or apathetic

Using slouch: Examples

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

Example
He slouched in his chair, staring at the TV.
Example
She slouched against the wall, looking bored.
Example
Don't slouch like that, it's bad for your back.
Example
He slouched off to bed without even saying goodnight.

slouch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for slouch

Antonyms for slouch

stand up straight
sit up straight
perk up

Idioms Using slouch

slouch back into
to return to a negative state or habit
Example
After months of hard work, he began to slouch back into his old ways.
slouch out of
to leave or exit in a lazy or careless manner
Example
He slouched out of the meeting before it was over.
slouch up against
to lean against something in a lazy or relaxed way
Example
He slouched up against the wall and closed his eyes.

Phrases with slouch

slouch hat
a soft felt hat with a broad brim and a creased crown
Example
He wore a slouch hat and carried a rifle.
slouch around
to move around lazily or aimlessly
Example
I spent the whole day slouching around the house.
slouch towards
to move slowly and reluctantly towards a particular place or situation
Example
The company seems to be slouching towards bankruptcy.

Origins of slouch

originated from Middle English 'slouken', meaning 'to crouch' or 'to creep'

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Summary: slouch in Brief

The verb 'slouch' [slaʊtʃ] means to sit, stand, or walk with a lazy and drooping posture, or to be lazy or apathetic. It can refer to physical posture, as in 'Don't slouch like that,' or to a general lack of motivation, as in 'She slouched against the wall, looking bored.' 'Slouch' has idiomatic uses, such as 'slouch out of,' meaning to leave in a lazy or careless manner, and 'slouch up against,' meaning to lean against something in a lazy or relaxed way.