What does slothful mean?
Slothful means Lazy; idle; tending to sloth..
Slothful
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Lazy; idle; tending to sloth..
Example Sentences
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
This Book will make a Travailer of thee, / If by its Counſel thou wilt ruled be; / It will direct thee to the Holy Land, / If thou wilt its Directions understand: / Yea, it will make the ſloathful, active be; / The Blind alſo, delightful things to ſee.
Synonyms for slothful
Antonyms for slothful
Related Words
Word Forms
- more slothful
- most slothful
- slothfull
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for slothful?
Common synonyms include inactive, sluggish, indolent, otiose.
What is the opposite of slothful?
Possible antonyms include active, unslothful.
How do you use slothful in a sentence?
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
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