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Synonyms of slouch

9 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for slouch is underachiever. Other synonyms of slouch are idler, loafer, laggard, stoop and droop. The opposite of slouch is go-getter.

Synonyms and similar words for slouch

nounSomeone who is slow to act.

  • idler
  • loafer
  • laggardOne who lags behind; one who takes more time than is necessary or more than the others in a group.
  • underachieverOne who underachieves, i.e. performs less well than expected.

verbTo hang or droop; to adopt a limp posture.

verbTo cause to hang down or droop; to depress.

Opposite of slouch

nounSomeone who is slow to act.

  • achiever
  • go-getterAn active and enterprising person; one who is motivated or inclined to excel; one who strives to achieve success or...

Meaning of slouch

  1. noun A hanging down of the head; a drooping posture; a limp appearance.
  2. noun Any depression or hanging down, as of a hat brim.
  3. noun Someone who is slow to act.

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Questions about synonyms of slouch

What is another word for slouch?
Slouch has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as underachiever, idler, loafer, laggard, stoop, droop, loll and slump.
What is the opposite of slouch?
The opposite of slouch is go-getter.
What does slouch mean?
Slouch means a hanging down of the head; a drooping posture; a limp appearance.

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