
Lackadaisical
Unmotivated Behavior
Use 'lackadaisical' to describe someone who seems uninterested or unwilling to put in effort.
He had a lackadaisical stance on studying for finals.
Informal Tone
'Lackadaisical' is moderate in formality, suitable for casual or creative contexts but not formal documents.
Jenny's lackadaisical reply didn't impress the committee.
Not Always Negative
While often critical, 'lackadaisical' can describe a laid-back quality that's positive in a relaxed setting.
His lackadaisical vibe was perfect for the beach.
Compare with
ApatheticCarelessEnthusiasticIndifferentLazyLethargicListlessSluggish
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