Idle
/ΛaΙͺ.dl/noun
Avoiding work or activity; inactive or lazy.
Did you know?The concept of 'idleness' was historically linked to sin, as it was believed that a lack of work could invite demonic influence into one's life.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*eid-
βTo see, to perceive, to know.β
Old English
Old English
idel
βEmpty, void, or worthless.β
Middle English
Middle English
idel
βEmpty, useless, or lacking in activity.β
Early Modern English
Early Modern English
idle
βUnoccupied, inactive, or not engaged in work.β
Modern English
English
idle
βNot active or occupied; lazily inactive.β