Laziness
Laziness
Laziness (/ˈleɪzɪnɪs/), also known as indolence, is a disinclination to activity or exertion despite having the ability to do so. It is often used as a pejorative; related terms for a person seen to be lazy include couch potato, slacker, and bludger.
Etymology
The word "lazy" originated in the late 16th century and is attributed to an unknown source. It is speculated to be derived from the term "laysy", which was used in the 1540s to describe a person who lies around, but this is not confirmed.
Related Terms
- Procrastination: The act of delaying or postponing tasks or actions.
- Sloth (deadly sin): A religious term for spiritual or emotional apathy.
- Idleness: The state of not working or being active.
- Lethargy: A state of tiredness, weariness, fatigue, or lack of energy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Laziness
- Wikipedia's article - Laziness
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