GRE Words for Lazy and Careless
These 13 GRE words all share the meaning of lazy and careless. Studying them as one cluster is far more efficient than learning each in isolation, because the GRE tests words by how they relate to each other. Each entry below links to a full definition page with example sentences and memory hooks.
Why this cluster matters
On Sentence Equivalence you must choose two words that give the sentence the same meaning. That means the answer is almost always a synonym pair pulled from a cluster like this one. Watch the connotation tone on each word: a positive and a negative word rarely form a correct pair, even when their definitions look close.
The 13 words
Lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm
Slow to act; intended to cause delay
Lacking any obvious principle of organization; random
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy
Lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy
Characterized by tiredness or inactivity; pleasantly lazy
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic
Lacking energy or enthusiasm
Carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection
Lacking care or attention to duty; negligent
Done too hurriedly and carelessly
Lazy; unwilling to work or exert effort
Mentally or physically inactive; lethargic
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