procrastination

Definitions

The act or habit of delaying or putting off tasks until a later time.

The practice of habitually deferring actions or decisions, often resulting in negative consequences.

Examples

His constant procrastination led to him missing the project deadline.

Overcoming procrastination requires breaking large tasks into smaller, manageable steps.

She realized that her procrastination was actually a fear of failure rather than laziness.

Synonyms

delay dallying postponement hesitation loitering deferral dawdling

Antonyms

promptness diligence punctuality readiness haste expedition alacrity