work-shy

/wərk ʃaɪ/
IPA guide

Definitions of work-shy
  1. adjective
    disinclined to work or exertion
    “the unemployed are not necessarily work-shy”
    synonyms: faineant, indolent, lazy, otiose, slothful
    idle
    not in action or at work
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘work-shy'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family

Vocabulary lists containing work-shy

"The Metamorphosis," Vocabulary from the novella

As you read Franz Kafka's "The Metamorphosis," learn this word list. Here are links to lists for texts in Grade 10's Collection 3: Kafka's The Metamorphosis, Kuper's The Metamorphosis, Simplexity, Magic Island

MORE VOCABULARY LISTS