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slothfully

/ˈslɔːθ.fəl.i/
sloth · ful · ly
Adjective:slothful
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• adverb

1

In a lazy, indolent, or sluggish manner; with a disinclination toward exertion or work.

Example

"He spent the humid afternoon lounging slothfully in the hammock rather than finishing his chores."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective "slothful" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly," ultimately deriving from Old English "slæwth" (laziness, sluggishness), which is related to the adjective "slaw" (slow).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slothfully. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slothfully
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