Lackadaisical
hardlak-uh-DAY-zih-kul
adjective
Definition
Lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy
Examples
“His lackadaisical attitude toward his studies resulted in poor grades.”
“The team's lackadaisical performance disappointed their fans.”
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GRE Tip
Lackadaisical is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "listless" or "apathetic" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "enthusiastic".
Related GRE Words
languorous
Characterized by tiredness or inactivity; pleasantly lazy
torpid
Mentally or physically inactive; lethargic
listless
Lacking energy or enthusiasm
indolent
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy
lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic
indifferent
Having no particular interest or sympathy; mediocre
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