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 Some buildings have already collapsed, while the once picturesque boating lake, where couples could dreamily laze in the summer months, today carries hidden dangers to go with Ukraine’s ongoing war against Russia. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025 About 73 percent of respondents say that rangefinders capable of lazing targets beyond 1,000 yards align with fair-chase considerations and support their use in hunting. Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025 And if that interest is lazing by the beach, transfers to local beach clubs will be offered as well. Laurie Werner, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 Bask in the sound of lapping waves from the king-size bed, or laze in a hammock overlooking the water. Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 24 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for laze
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laze
Verb
  • There are two types of people in the summer: those who like to lounge at the beach, and others who want to get their hair wet and feet sandy, taking a dip in the ocean.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 13 June 2025
  • The playful pup seems full of energy but is also happy to lounge around with his new owner.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
Verb
  • Families can rent beach chairs, umbrellas, or private cabanas for a comfortable home base, then enjoy a stroll together along the iconic Fisher Family Pier or relax under shaded picnic pavilions nearby.
    Rita Wells, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
  • The decision appeared to relax a clampdown on America’s second-largest international student group.
    Julia Wick, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • Beijing Institute of Technology A cold plate at the bottom of the cell was used to chill and freeze the water, forming a slab of ice.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 June 2025
  • Netflix may entice its subscribers to chill, but the global streamer is working on new offerings and deals to future-proof its content lineup and business.
    Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
Verb
  • The surrounding streets are a pleasure to stroll, particularly the wide Corso Italia, where families gather around benches under the trees and couples peruse the boutiques’ window displays.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • Barkov strolled onto the rebound with the nearest Oiler completely unescorted.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 June 2025
Verb
  • The graduate is not only bummed about the sister’s absence.
    Brian Anthony Hernandez, People.com, 25 May 2025
  • Everyone — from those actually paying to the ones still bumming a log-in — wants to know how Netflix and other streaming services’ crackdowns on password sharing affect them.
    Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 20 May 2025
Verb
  • That section once held a restaurant, a public restroom building, and several sea lion viewing holes — openings in the decking used to watch the pinnipeds lolling on the crossbeams below.
    Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2025
  • An even larger group of sea lions is seen swimming or lolling on the beach at another site, Seal Bay on the island’s southeast coast.
    Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • That new boom idled for a decade until Vladimir Putin created a commodities frenzy by invading Ukraine, one of the world’s most important ag exporters.
    Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 15 June 2025
  • Port roads jammed with diesel trucks, oil refineries processing fuel, ships idling to be unloaded, make for some of the worst air in the state.
    Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 24 May 2025
Verb
  • Some of this feels more like dawdling: What's the point of Stick's cynical old buddy (Marc Maron) getting trapped under a fold-out bed?
    Tom Gliatto, People.com, 4 June 2025
  • According to PitchBook, venture capital deals dawdled in 2024—fewer funding deals took place, but those that did tended to have higher valuations.
    Zoya Hasan, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025

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“Laze.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laze. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

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