What does shiftless mean?
Shiftless means Lazy, unmotivated..
Shiftless
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Lazy, unmotivated..
Definitions by Sense
- Lazy, unmotivated.
- Untrustworthy as a result of being incompetent at the job.
- Destitute of shifts or expedients; lacking proper means.
Example Sentences
To expand, without bothering about it—without shiftless timidity on one side, or loquacious eagerness on the other—to the full compass of what he would have called a "pleasant" experience, was Newman's most definite programme of life.
Decades ago, before credit scores, loan officers could make decisions almost whimsically and your fate could hinge on whether you reminded them of someone, or they had slept poorly the night before, or they harbored stereotypes of "shiftless blacks" and "flighty women."
Synonyms for shiftless
Antonyms for shiftless
Related Words
Word Forms
- more shiftless
- most shiftless
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for shiftless?
Common synonyms include unambitious, ambitionless.
What is the opposite of shiftless?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use shiftless in a sentence?
To expand, without bothering about it—without shiftless timidity on one side, or loquacious eagerness on the other—to the full compass of what he would have called a "pleasant" experience, was Newman's most definite programme of life.
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