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lazily-made

|la-zi-ly-made|

B2

/ˈleɪzɪli meɪd/

(lazy)

unwilling to work

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
lazylazierlaziestlazinesslazily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'lazy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lasy', where 'las' meant 'weak' or 'feeble'.

Historical Evolution

'lasy' transformed into the modern English word 'lazy'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'weak or feeble', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unwilling to work or use energy'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or produced with minimal effort or care.

The lazily-made report was full of errors.

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Last updated: 2025/04/29 19:27