Definition of «lackadaisical»

Lackadaisical is an adjective that describes a person who is lazy, unconcerned or indifferent. It refers to someone who has a laid-back attitude and doesn't show much interest in what they are doing. The term comes from the French word "laissez faire," which means "let it be" - implying an unwillingness to exert any effort, even if it is necessary or important.

Sentences with «lackadaisical»

  • He further expressed shock over what he describes as lackadaisical attitude of the Ghana Police Service in dealing with the «criminality.» (citifmonline.com)
  • The administration has also taken a very lackadaisical approach to publicly promoting the open enrollment period, even slashing outreach funding by 90 %. (fortune.com)
  • Citi have appeared to be a bit too lackadaisical in their approach to American Airlines credit cards and have sat on their laurels for a bit too long — that's why I gave up my Citi AAdvantage Executive card late last year... it wasn't worth it to me. (travelingformiles.com)
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