Shiftlessness

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɪftˈɫɛsnəs/

Shiftlessness (noun)

  1. The habit of not working or trying, especially when you should, often causing problems for others.
  2. A lack of steady effort and responsibility, shown by avoiding tasks and not following through.

Examples

  • His shiftlessness makes him unreliable at work.
  • Shiftlessness can harm trust between teammates.