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indolence
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in·do·lence

indolence

 
 
pronunciation:
In d lns
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Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: the tendency to avoid exertion or effort; laziness.
The two spoiled women loved to complain about the so-called indolence of their hired help.She enjoyed complete indolence during the first weeks of summer vacation.
Word Combinations  About this feature
adjective + (n.)indolence alleged, blunt, certain, drunken, intellectual, mental, physical, supposed, voluptuous
verb + (n.)indolence calculate, encourage, foster, promote
noun + (n.)indolence Help campaign, corruption, decadence, habit, hospital, ignorance, industry, inebriation, passivity, routine, youth