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INDOLENT

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Indolent.

How to pronounce indolent:

US

Indolent - as an adjective satellite

Disinclined to work or exertion

Example: "Faineant kings under whose rule the country languished"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
faineant11lazy16otiose6slothful14work-shy

(of tumors, e.g.) slow to heal or develop and usually painless

Example: "An indolent ulcer"

Indolent - as an adjective

Habitually lazy, procrastinating, or resistant to physical labor

Example: "The indolent girl resisted doing her homework."

Inducing laziness

Example: "Indolent comfort"

Causing little or no physical pain; progressing slowly; inactive (of an ulcer, etc.)

Healing slowly

Example Sentences

"He was an indolent student, always avoiding his assignments."
"The cat lay indolent in the sun, lazily batting at a passing fly."
"The indolent employee spent most of the day surfing the internet instead of working."
"She led an indolent lifestyle, spending her days lounging by the pool."
"The hot and humid weather made everyone feel indolent and lethargic."
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Word Game Points

Is INDOLENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, indolent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INDOLENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is INDOLENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, indolent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INDOLENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is INDOLENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, indolent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INDOLENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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