sloth
/sləʊθ/ (bre, ipa) · [slˈoθ] /sləʊθ/ (ame, ipa) · [slˈoθ] /ˈslȯth ˈsläth also ˈslōth/ (ame, mw)
sloth — noun
- slothsingular
- slothsplural
1. the tendency to avoid work or mental effort; Christianity lists it among the sev
the tendency to avoid work or mental effort; Christianity lists it among the seven deadly sins.
Tariq lost his job because his constant sloth made him miss every deadline.
collocation: constant sloth
In a sermon, Pastor Hana called sloth a slow poison that weakens the spirit.
seven deadly sins context
Ramón knew his sloth was ruining friendships, but he lacked the energy to change.
The teacher told the class that sloth, not ability, was behind their poor grades.
- diligence
careful and persistent effort in one's work
- industriousness
energetic and hardworking behaviour
用法筆記
Frequently appears in religious, moral, or self-improvement contexts. The everyday synonym 'laziness' is more common in casual speech; 'sloth' carries a stronger moral weight.
常見錯誤
2. a slow-moving furry mammal with long claws that lives in the trees of Central an
a slow-moving furry mammal with long claws that lives in the trees of Central and South America, spending most of its time hanging upside down and eating leaves.
Ishaan spotted a three-toed sloth hanging from a high branch in the Costa Rican rainforest.
collocation: three-toed sloth
Asher learned that sloths come down from trees about once a week.
unusual behaviour fact
At the wildlife centre, Sofie watched a baby sloth cling tightly to its mother's chest.
Tiny algae in the sloth's fur give it a greenish colour in wet weather.
用法筆記
Countable noun — the plural form is 'sloths'. There are two main types: the three-toed sloth and the two-toed sloth. Do not confuse this animal with the 'sloth bear', which is a completely different species.