Spell Bee Word: lazy

Basic Details

Word: Lazy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Unwilling to work or use energy; relaxed or inactive.

Synonyms: Idle, indolent, slothful

Antonyms: Active, energetic, industrious

Idioms and Phrases

1. Lazy as a sloth: Used to describe someone who is extremely lazy. Example: "He was being lazy as a sloth, lounging on the couch all day."
2. Too lazy to move: Indicating someone who doesn't want to do even small tasks. Example: "She felt too lazy to move from her chair to get a glass of water."

Usage Examples

Example 1: On rainy days, I often feel lazy and prefer to stay in my pyjamas all day.

Example 2: The lazy cat stretched out in the sun, enjoying a peaceful nap.

Example 3: Although he had homework to do, he spent the evening being lazy and watched cartoons instead.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the term "lazy" comes from the Old Norse word 'lestr', which means "laziness" or "idleness"? It reflects how laziness has been recognised for centuries!

Famous Quote

"The lazy man is always in a hurry." - Aesop

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "lazy" mean?

a) Energetic
b) Unwilling to work
c) Always on time
d) Very smart

Answer: b) Unwilling to work

2. Which of these is a synonym of "lazy"?

a) Diligent
b) Active
c) Indolent
d) Smart

Answer: c) Indolent

3. Which sentence uses "lazy" correctly?

a) I feel lazy and want to run a marathon.
b) The lazy student finished the test early.
c) He was too lazy to clean his room.
d) She was lazy as she climbed the mountain.

Answer: c) He was too lazy to clean his room.

4. Which idiom means the same as "lazy"?

a) Busy bee
b) Lazy as a sloth
c) Early bird
d) Cool as a cucumber

Answer: b) Lazy as a sloth

5. What is the opposite of "lazy"?

a) Idle
b) Active
c) Slothful
d) Indifferent

Answer: b) Active