sloven

/ˈsləʊvən, ˈsloʊvən/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is careless or lazy in their work or personal life.

“He was fired from his job as a sloven, always showing up late and unprepared.”

2. adjective

Not tidy or well-organized; untidy.

“Her room was a sloven, with clothes and books scattered all over the floor.”

Synonyms

  • indolent
  • slacker

Antonyms

  • fastidious
  • meticulous