workshy

/ˈwɜːrkʃaɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

unwilling to work or lazy; reluctant to engage in physical or mental effort

“He was labeled as workshy after repeatedly missing deadlines at the office.”

2. noun

a person who is unwilling to work or lazy

“The company had to fire several workshy employees due to their lack of productivity.”

Synonyms

  • idle
  • indolent
  • lazy

Antonyms

  • hardworking
  • industrious