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lackadaisical

[ˌlækəˈdeɪzɪkəl]

lackadaisical Definition

  • 1showing no enthusiasm or interest
  • 2lazy and careless

Using lackadaisical: Examples

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

  • Example

    The team's lackadaisical performance cost them the game.

  • Example

    He approached his work in a lackadaisical manner, often missing deadlines.

  • Example

    Her lackadaisical attitude towards her studies resulted in poor grades.

lackadaisical Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for lackadaisical

Idioms Using lackadaisical

  • to do something with little enthusiasm or interest

    Example

    He took a lackadaisical approach to his studies and failed his exams.

  • an attempt that is half-hearted and shows little effort

    Example

    Her lackadaisical effort in the race resulted in her finishing last.

  • a speed that is slow and lacks energy

    Example

    The lackadaisical pace of the game bored the audience.

Phrases with lackadaisical

  • a way of doing something that shows no enthusiasm or interest

    Example

    His lackadaisical approach to the project led to its failure.

  • a mindset that is lazy and careless

    Example

    Her lackadaisical attitude towards her job resulted in her termination.

  • a display of laziness and carelessness that leads to poor results

    Example

    The team's lackadaisical performance cost them the championship.

Origins of lackadaisical

from 'lackaday', meaning 'alas' or 'unfortunately'

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Summary: lackadaisical in Brief

The term 'lackadaisical' [ˌlækəˈdeɪzɪkəl] describes a person or thing that shows no enthusiasm or interest, or is lazy and careless. It can be used to describe a person's approach, attitude, or performance, as in 'Her lackadaisical attitude towards her studies resulted in poor grades.' 'Lackadaisical' extends into phrases like 'lackadaisical approach,' and idioms like 'take a lackadaisical approach,' denoting a lack of effort or energy.