Idle
/ˈaɪ.dəl/
Not doing anything or not being busy; like when you have free time and choose to relax instead of working or playing.
Examples
- While waiting for my turn in the game, I sat idle on the bench and watched my friends play.
- The plant in the corner of the room looked sad and idle because it hadn’t been watered in days.
- When I’m idle during the weekend, I like to read books or draw pictures to keep myself busy.
Synonyms
lazy
resting
inactive
relaxing
unbusy
Antonyms
busy
active
working
hurrying
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