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because a sloth is a very slow and lazy animal, and people who are slothful resemble a sloth

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What is a person who is slothful called?

lazy, tired, or sleepy


What does the word slothful mean?

Slothful means being lazy or showing a lack of effort or activity. It describes a person who is disinclined to work or make an effort.


Why is a lazy people called slothful?

Because the animal sloths are extremely slow moving and appear to be lazy.


What is another word lazy?

Slothful or Indolent


How do you use slothful in the sentence?

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What is the opposite of hardworking?

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What is the meaning of laziness?

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Which of these are synonyms of industrious - Enthusiastic Slothful Sluggish Indolent Slow Lazy?

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What is the opposite of hard working?

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Why are slow people called slothful?

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