Indolent

usgb/ˈɪndələnt/
adjective

Not liking to work or be active, lazy.

She led an indolent lifestyle, spending most of her day on the couch watching television.
Visual representation of "indolent" - Not liking to work or be active, lazy

Often appears as...

  • indolent lifestyle
  • indolent person
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Negatively Connoted

Seen as negative, suggesting a lack of ambition or drive.

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His indolent approach to work resulted in a poor performance review.
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Avoid in Formal Resumes

Don't use in self-descriptions for job applications, as it implies laziness.

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Use 'relaxed' in your CV instead of 'indolent'.
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Activity Level

Specifically refers to someone who avoids effort or movement.

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Even simple chores are too taxing for an indolent individual.
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