indolent
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Lazy, avoiding effort or activity whenever possible.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
lazy
idle
Antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "He spent the entire holiday in an _____ haze, barely leaving the hammock."
Answer: indolent
In your own words, what does "indolent" mean?
Lazy, avoiding effort or activity whenever possible.
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