Deadbeat

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛdˌbiːt/

Deadbeat (noun)

  1. a person who avoids work or responsibilities, often seen as lazy.
  2. someone who does not pay money they owe, like bills or debts.

Examples

  • The deadbeat never helped with chores around the house.
  • She called him a deadbeat for avoiding any responsibility.

Common collocations: lazy deadbeat, call someone a deadbeat, deadbeat dad, chase a deadbeat, deadbeat customer

Synonyms of Deadbeat

Informal

Antonyms of Deadbeat

  • — someone who pays debts
  • — someone who actively participates or gives