Synonyms of indolence
11 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for indolence is idleness. Other synonyms of indolence are inexertion. The opposite of indolence is industry.
Synonyms and similar words for indolence
nounHabitual laziness or sloth.
- accidieSloth, slothfulness, especially as inducing general listlessness and apathy.
- idlenessThe state of being indolent; indolence.
- inapplicationLack of application, attention, or diligence; negligence; non-use.
- inexertionLack of exertion or effort; indolence; laziness.
- noynoyingA state of inactivity; indolence; idleness.
- slothfulness
- sluggishness
- indolency obsolete
- oisivity obsolete, rareIndolence; idleness.
- unservice obsoleteNeglect of duty; idleness; indolence; poor service.
nounA state in which one feels no pain or is indifferent to it; a lack of any feeling.
- unsensibleness obsoleteInsensibility; lack of feeling.
Opposite of indolence
nounHabitual laziness or sloth.
- application
- diligence
- industriousnessThe quality of being industrious.
- industry
- hardworkingness rareThe state of being hardworking.
Meaning of indolence
- noun Habitual laziness or sloth.
- noun Lack of pain in a tumour.
- noun A state in which one feels no pain or is indifferent to it; a lack of any feeling.
indolence in other languages
Questions about synonyms of indolence
- What is another word for indolence?
- Indolence has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as idleness and inexertion.
- What is the opposite of indolence?
- The opposite of indolence is industry. Other antonyms of indolence are application and industriousness.
- What does indolence mean?
- Indolence means habitual laziness or sloth.
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