Shirker

usgb/ˈʃɜːrkər/
noun

A person who avoids doing work or duties.

Some people consider him a shirker because he often spends his workdays chatting instead of doing his tasks.
Visual representation of "shirker" - A person who avoids doing work or duties

Often appears as...

  • workplace shirker
  • reputed shirker

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The word 'shirker' suggests a negative judgment about someone's work ethic.

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He's seen as a shirker by his colleagues for always avoiding overtime.
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Behavior Pattern

'Shirker' often implies a regular, consistent behavior rather than a one-time occurrence.

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Sarah isn't a shirker; she just missed one deadline due to illness.
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Informal Label

'Shirker' is informal and could be disrespectful if used in formal or serious situations.

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In the performance review, the manager avoided calling Tom a shirker, despite his poor track record.
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