ındolence

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Definition of ındolence in English English dictionary

{n} laziness, idleness, inattention, ease

Related Terms

Indolence

indolency

Hyphenation

in·do·lence

Synonyms

indolency, disinclination, procrastination, idleness, laziness

Etymology

[ 'in-d&-l&n(t)s ] (noun.) 1710. First attested 1603, from French indolence, insensitivity to pain, from Latin indolentia, insensibility, from in- not + dolere to grieve. Sense of laziness, first attested 1710, is related to taking pains.