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Procrastination

Verb / prʌˌkræstʌˈneɪʃʌn / Another word for procrastination — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Procrastination means the action of delaying or postponing something.

Synonyms & similar words

cunctation shillyshally dilatoriness delay postpone defer prolong suspend dawdle linger loiter hesitate stall idle tarry lag lollygag foot-dragging slowness

Example sentences

  1. I always procrastinate when it's time to do my chores.
  2. He missed the deadline because of his procrastination.
  3. Procrastination often leads to unnecessary stress.
  4. I need to stop procrastinating and start working on my project.
  5. Her procrastination resulted in a lower grade on the assignment.

Quotes

  • You may delay, but time will not. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Procrastination is the thief of time. - Edward Young
  • Procrastination makes easy things hard and hard things harder. - Mason Cooley

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