indolence
/'indələns/
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Noun: 1. A state of habitual laziness or avoidance of activity; idleness resulting from a dislike of work or effort. It implies a preference for inactivity and a lack of motivation to engage in exertion.
Usage
Indolence is a formal noun used to describe a persistent, often inherent, tendency toward laziness. It is not typically used for a single lazy day but for a character trait or a prolonged state. It often carries a negative or disapproving tone.
Examples
- The project's failure was attributed more to the team's indolence than to a lack of resources.
- The warm, tropical climate seemed to encourage a certain pleasant indolence among the residents.
- He fought against his natural indolence and forced himself to study for several hours each day.
Advanced Usage
- "To sink into indolence": To gradually become lazy and inactive.
- After retiring, he was careful not to sink into complete indolence and kept a busy schedule of hobbies.
- "A state of indolence": A condition characterized by laziness.
- The long vacation left her in a state of contented indolence.
Variants and Related Words
- Indolent (adj): Having or showing a disposition to avoid exertion; slothful.
- His indolent attitude was not appreciated by his hard-working colleagues.
Synonyms
- Laziness: The quality of being unwilling to work or use energy.
- Sloth: Reluctance to work or make an effort; laziness (often with a moral or spiritual connotation).
- Idleness: The state of being inactive or not working.
- Lethargy: A lack of energy and enthusiasm.
Antonyms
- Industriousness: The quality of being hard-working and diligent.
- Diligence: Careful and persistent work or effort.
- Activity: The condition of being active or moving about.
Related Idioms
- "A life of indolence": A lifestyle characterized by laziness and lack of purposeful activity.
- The wealthy heir was content to lead a life of indolence and luxury.
Noun
- inactivity resulting from a dislike of work