Words / A2

LAYZ-ee/ˈleɪzi/

Lazy means not willing to work or make an effort: a lazy morning, feel lazy, a lazy student. Tired means you need rest after effort — you can be tired and still hard-working. Idle is more formal. Laziness is the noun. Do not call someone lazy just because they are resting; the word criticises a lack of effort.

Meaning

Not willing to work or make an effort.

Examples

• “He felt lazy and stayed in bed all morning.”
• “I had a lazy Sunday on the sofa.”
• “He is not lazy — he works nights.”

Good to know

feel lazy / a lazy day. Contrast: tired = need rest. Noun: laziness.

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