laze

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb laze differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of laze are idle, loaf, loll, and lounge. While all these words mean "to spend time doing nothing," laze usually implies the relaxation of a busy person enjoying a vacation or moments of leisure.

lazed about between appointments

When is idle a more appropriate choice than laze?

The words idle and laze can be used in similar contexts, but idle may be used in reference to persons that move lazily or without purpose.

idled the day away

When can loaf be used instead of laze?

The synonyms loaf and laze are sometimes interchangeable, but loaf suggests either resting or wandering about as though there were nothing to do.

she does her work and then loafs the rest of the day

When would loll be a good substitute for laze?

In some situations, the words loll and laze are roughly equivalent. However, loll also carries an implication of a posture similar to that of lounge, but places greater stress upon an indolent or relaxed attitude.

lolling on the couch

When is it sensible to use lounge instead of laze?

While in some cases nearly identical to laze, lounge, though occasionally used as equal to idle or loaf, typically conveys an additional implication of resting or reclining against a support or of physical comfort and ease in relaxation.

he lounged against the wall

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of laze Getty The best things to do in Lake Annecy There are more than enough opportunities to laze about with coffee and pain au chocolat, meander through Old Town Annecy’s labyrinth streets (especially during its spectacular Christmas Market season), or unwind at several spas. Michael Venutolo-Mantovani, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Dec. 2024 Tables are still available at restaurants hosting Thanksgiving feasts across the city, but why not stay home, enjoy your rent, and laze around in your coziest sweatpants on Thursday, November 28 when the feast can come to you. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 Under the pleasant drip of a fire hydrant, about three dozen goldfish are lazing around in a sidewalk aquarium that doubles as a piece of public art. Matt Stieb, Curbed, 8 Aug. 2024 Visitors can laze on its sandy beaches, a rarity on the rocky Costa Brava shoreline, or explore its secret coves, which is best done by Llaüt, a traditional fishing boat, or on foot along the Cami de Ronda, a gorgeous coastal trail. Kelley Manley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for laze
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laze
Verb
  • The low-slung wood frame just begs to be lounged upon, while the white water-resistant cushions add a clean finish.
    Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The clip starts with Smith lounging in a Thai hotel swimming pool.
    Raven Brunner, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The slow ride across is relaxing and often yields dolphin sightings.
    Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Patients can also learn to perform self-trigger point release at home using their own fingers, a partner, a pelvic wand or vaginal dilators to help relax the internal muscles.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • There's a step before planting strawberry seeds in soil: Seeds need to be chilled to improve germination.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
  • An early, brutal cold swept through the Interlake, chilling the earth before tens of thousands of snakes could reach the warmth of their underground dens.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Visitors can stroll downtown and receive samplings as well as a complimentary flower from each location.
    Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
  • From learning just enough French to ordering your café et croissant from the neighborhood boulangerie, to strolling around an artistic arrondissement, taking in the various shops and street style at a leisurely pace.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • For more on Nintendo Switch 2, check out our Switch 2 game wishlist and learn why we’ll be bummed if Switch 2 lacks these features.
    Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Plenty more will simply be bummed their predictions didn’t pan out.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Helena, as the beautiful if bored wife’s name is styled, fingers languorously a slim gold necklace, often while lolling on a swing.
    Jesse Green, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2025
  • No one lolls or drawls in this Streetcar; there’s no Vaseline on the lens.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Cleveland-Cliffs — The steel producer declined 1.2% after a report from the Minnesota Star Tribune said Cleveland-Cliffs would temporarily idle two factories, resulting in hundreds of job cuts.
    Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2025
  • In court papers, top CFPB officials have said the agency remains committed to meeting its obligations under the law, rejecting arguments that by idling the majority of the agency's staff and canceling the bulk of its contracts, the Trump administration is violating the law.
    Douglas Gillison and Daniel Wiessner, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Now is not the time to dawdle, as certain entries on the list might still sell out by week’s end.
    Staff report, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2025
  • Instead, Spurs dawdled during negotiations and, in the end, Slot stayed with the Dutch club for another season before joining Liverpool.
    Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024

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“Laze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laze. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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