indolent
/ˈɪn.dəl.ənt/ · in.dol.ent
adjective
- Habitually lazy, procrastinating, or resistant to physical labor. The indolent girl resisted doing her homework.
- Inducing laziness. The indolent comfort of the couch made it hard to get up and start the day.
- Causing little or no physical pain; progressing slowly; inactive (of an ulcer, etc.). The doctor said the patient's ulcer was in an indolent stage and would not require immediate surgery.
Did you know? The word 'indolent' has been used to describe the behavior of certain animals, such as sloths, which are known for their slow and lazy nature.