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IDLENESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Idleness.

Idleness - as a noun

Having no employment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
idlingloafing
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inactivity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The quality of lacking substance or value

Example: "The groundlessness of their report was quickly recognized"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
groundlessness

The trait of being idle out of a reluctance to work

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
faineance

Example Sentences

"He was often criticized for his idleness and lack of motivation."
"The long summer vacation gave the children plenty of time for idleness."
"The boss warned the employees against idleness during work hours."
"She refused to tolerate her son's idleness and encouraged him to find a job."
"The idleness of the workers resulted in delayed project completion."
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Word Game Points

Is IDLENESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, idleness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

IDLENESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is IDLENESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, idleness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IDLENESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is IDLENESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, idleness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IDLENESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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