English Synonym Finder

indolence

Definitions

Avoidance of activity or exertion; laziness.

A state of being disinclined to work or effort.

Examples

His chronic indolence prevented him from achieving his full potential at work.

The warm afternoon sun encouraged a sense of indolence that made it hard to get any chores done.

She realized that her failure to meet the deadline was a direct result of her own indolence.

Synonyms

laziness sloth idleness lethargy inertia torpor sluggishness

Antonyms

diligence industry ambition energy vigor zeal assiduity