Synonyms for otioseness


Grammar : Noun
Spell : oh-shee-ohs, oh-tee-
Phonetic Transcription : ˈoʊ ʃiˌoʊs, ˈoʊ ti-

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Définition of otioseness

Origin :
  • 1794, "unfruitful, futile," from Latin otiosus "having leisure or ease,unoccupied, idle, not busy" (source of French oiseux, Spanish ocioso, Italian otioso), from otium "leisure, free time, freedom from business," of unknown origin. Meaning "at leisure, idle" is recorded from 1850. Cf. Latin phrase otium cum dignitate "leisure with dignity." Earlier adjective in English was otious- "at ease" (1610s), and Middle English had noun otiosity (late 15c.).
  • As in laziness : noun unwillingness to work, be active
  • As in shiftlessness : noun laziness
  • As in slothfulness : noun laziness
  • As in sluggardness : noun laziness

Antonyms for otioseness

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