Definition of laziness

lazinessnoun

sự lười biếng

/ˈleɪzinəs//ˈleɪzinəs/

The word "laziness" has a fascinating origin. It comes from the Latin word "lazare," which means "to idle" or "to be idle." In medieval Latin, the phrase "lazare in lecto" meant "to lie idle in bed." Over time, the phrase was shortened to "laziness," and its meaning expanded to include a lack of energy or motivation to do anything. Interestingly, laziness was originally a term used to describe those who were too indulgent or luxurious, as they spent too much time in bed or engaging in leisure activities rather than working. Today, the term is commonly used to describe anyone who is perceived as being too sluggish or lethargic. So, the next time you're accused of being lazy, you can blame it on the Latin word "lazare" and its centuries-long evolution!

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meaningsự lười biếng, sự biếng nhác
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the fact of being unwilling to work or be active

thực tế là không muốn làm việc hoặc hoạt động

Example:
  • She is intolerant of laziness and always pushes her students.

    Cô không khoan dung với sự lười biếng và luôn thúc ép học sinh của mình.

  • I stayed where I was out of laziness.

    Tôi ở lại nơi tôi đang ở vì lười biếng.

lack of care in doing something

thiếu cẩn thận khi làm việc gì đó

Example:
  • Her work was marred by intellectual laziness.

    Công việc của bà bị ảnh hưởng bởi sự lười biếng về mặt trí tuệ.