Laxity/ˈlæksəti/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation Laxity implies a criticism, suggesting someone did not care enough to be strict. Their laxity in security measures led to a data breach. Pro Tip 2/3Corporate Context Often used in business to criticize poor management or lack of rules. The audit revealed laxity in the financial department. Pro Tip 3/3Non-Criminal Laxity doesn't imply illegal activity, just a casual or negligent attitude. The teacher's laxity allowed students to submit assignments late.