Lackadaisical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌlækəˈdeɪzɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lackadaisical is an adjective meaning Showing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
Meaning
Showing no interest, vigor, determination, or enthusiasm.
More Meanings
- Lazy; slothful; indolent.
Example Sentences
the lackadaisical look on his face
I could hear the sound of the janitor's lackadaisical scrubbing against the wooden floor.
"Then let those who do know it learn that you are able to bear such wounds without outward complaint. I tell you fairly that I cannot sympathize with a lackadaisical lover."
I, at one time, used to go and take a hand at cribbage with a friend, and afterwards discuss a cold sirloin of beef, and throw out a few lackadaisical remarks, in a way to please myself, but it would not do long.
Synonyms for lackadaisical
Depending on context, synonyms include languid, listless, unenthusiastic, uninterested, lethargic, apathetic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include idle, languorous, lethargic, languid, dreamy, laxadaisical.
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