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slothful

UK/'slәuθful/US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

adj.

Very lazy; unwilling to work or make any effort.

懒惰的,怠惰的

Root Breakdown

Native English
slothother
+
fulfull of, characterized by
=slothful

Common Collocations

  • 1.slothful behavior懒散的行为
  • 2.slothful nature懒惰的本性
  • 3.[slothful disposition]怠惰的性情
  • 4.slothful attitude懈怠的态度

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His slothful habits made it impossible for him to keep any job.

  • 2.

    The slothful student barely opened a textbook all semester.

  • 3.

    A slothful attitude toward exercise will eventually take a toll on your health.

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