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(fai-ne-ant) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. lazy or inactive; someone who avoids work.

Example Sentence

Despite his potential, he chose to be a faineant, wasting his days away in idleness.

More Example Sentences

His faineant attitude annoyed the teacher.

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