Shirker
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.
Often appears as...
- workplace shirker
- reputed shirker
Usage tips
Disapproving
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.
Often appears as...
- workplace shirker
- reputed shirker
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'shirker' suggests a negative judgment about someone's work ethic.
He's seen as a shirker by his colleagues for always avoiding overtime.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Pattern
'Shirker' often implies a regular, consistent behavior rather than a one-time occurrence.
Sarah isn't a shirker; she just missed one deadline due to illness.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Label
'Shirker' is informal and could be disrespectful if used in formal or serious situations.
In the performance review, the manager avoided calling Tom a shirker, despite his poor track record.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'shirker' suggests a negative judgment about someone's work ethic.
He's seen as a shirker by his colleagues for always avoiding overtime.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Pattern
'Shirker' often implies a regular, consistent behavior rather than a one-time occurrence.
Sarah isn't a shirker; she just missed one deadline due to illness.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Label
'Shirker' is informal and could be disrespectful if used in formal or serious situations.
In the performance review, the manager avoided calling Tom a shirker, despite his poor track record.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The word 'shirker' suggests a negative judgment about someone's work ethic.
He's seen as a shirker by his colleagues for always avoiding overtime.
Pro Tip 2/3Behavior Pattern
'Shirker' often implies a regular, consistent behavior rather than a one-time occurrence.
Sarah isn't a shirker; she just missed one deadline due to illness.
Pro Tip 3/3Informal Label
'Shirker' is informal and could be disrespectful if used in formal or serious situations.
In the performance review, the manager avoided calling Tom a shirker, despite his poor track record.
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