shirker

[US]/ˈʃɜː.kər/
[UK]/ˈʃɜr.kər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a person who avoids work or responsibility; a person who shirks duty or effort; a lazy person

Phrases & Collocations

lazy shirker

shirker mentality

shirker behavior

shirker attitude

shirker culture

shirker image

shirker profile

shirker label

shirker group

shirker tendency

Example Sentences

the shirker avoided all responsibilities at work.

it's frustrating to deal with a shirker in a team project.

many people dislike a shirker who takes advantage of others.

the shirker was reprimanded for not completing tasks.

being a shirker can damage your reputation at work.

shirkers often miss out on promotions.

his reputation as a shirker preceded him.

don't be a shirker; take initiative in your tasks.

shirkers tend to create more work for their colleagues.

the manager had to address the issue of shirkers in the team.

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