dillydally

/ˈdɪliˌdæli/

Definitions

1. verb

to spend time idly or procrastinate, especially when faced with a task or decision.

“She kept dillydallying on her homework, unable to focus on a single assignment.”

2. noun

procrastination or idle conversation.

“His dillydallying with the project led to missed deadlines and lost opportunities.”

Synonyms

  • dawdle
  • linger
  • procrastinate

Antonyms

  • accelerate
  • expedite
  • hurry