Procrastination
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹəʊˌkɹæs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Procrastination is a noun meaning The act of postponing, delaying or putting off, especially habitually or intentionally.
Meaning
The act of postponing, delaying or putting off, especially habitually or intentionally.
Example Sentences
Procrastination is the thief of time; year after year it steals until all are fled.
Word Forms
- procrastinations
Synonyms for procrastination
Depending on context, synonyms include deferral, prolongation, cunctation, dilatoriness.
Antonyms for procrastination
Common opposites include precrastination.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cunctation, dilatoriness, delay, dilatory, delaying, foot-dragging.
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