shiftless

Meanings

• adjective

  Lacking energy or willingness to work; idle.

  - "The shiftless worker was fired from his job."
  - "The shiftless student failed all his classes."
  - "The shiftless hobo begged for money on the street."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with shiftless
driftless , liftless , mightless

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Variants

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shiftless , shiftlessly , shiftlessness , shiftlessnesses

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Etymology

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Originated from the Middle English word 'shifte,' meaning 'to change, move, or shift.' The term 'shiftless' was used to describe someone who did not work or was unwilling to work.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'shiftless' was first used in the English language in the 15th century.

2. In some cultures, being shiftless is considered a negative trait and can lead to social stigma.

3. The term 'shiftless' is sometimes used interchangeably with 'lazy' or 'idle', but it carries a more negative connotation.

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Related Concepts

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1. laziness: A state of unwillingness to work or use energy. Shiftless is a more specific term, implying a lack of motivation or work ethic.

2. idleness: A state of inactivity or lack of occupation. Shiftless is a more negative term, implying a lack of motivation or work ethic.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'shiftless' has been used to describe lazy or idle characters, often portrayed in a negative light. In art and music, the term may not have a direct association, but the concept of idleness or lack of motivation can be explored.

How to Memorize "shiftless"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person sitting idly, doing nothing, or someone who is unwilling to work.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'shiftless' with the image of a lazy person or someone who is unwilling to work.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating 'shiftless' with 'lazy' or 'unwilling to work'.

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