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Shirker

usgb/ˈʃɜːrkər/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
The word 'shirker' suggests a negative judgment about someone's work ethic. SlideHe's seen as a shirker by his colleagues for always avoiding overtime.
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Behavior PatternPlay
'Shirker' often implies a regular, consistent behavior rather than a one-time occurrence. SlideSarah isn't a shirker; she just missed one deadline due to illness.
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Informal LabelPlay
'Shirker' is informal and could be disrespectful if used in formal or serious situations. SlideIn the performance review, the manager avoided calling Tom a shirker, despite his poor track record.