Synonyms for
Slack
Definition
not taut or held tightly in position; loose
Synonyms & similar words
slackoff
lax
slowup
slake
quagmire
falloff
slow
dieaway
quag
abate
slump
morass
dropoff
slacken
relax
slackup
slackwater
mire
slowdown
loose
slackness
letup
fallingoff
loose
limp
flabby
droopy
baggy
saggy
loosened
relaxed
lax
sluggish
inactive
idle
dull
negligent
careless
lackadaisical
unmotivated
unconcerned
indifferent
apathetic
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- slack season
- slack tide
- slack off
- slack period
- slack water
- slack jawed
- slack rope
Word family
Usage note
As an adjective, 'slack' often implies a lack of tension or effort, which can be negative (negligent) or neutral (loose rope). As a verb, 'slack off' means to reduce effort or work.
Example sentences
- The rope was slack, making it difficult to climb.
- He was reprimanded for his slack work ethic.
- The slack in the line caused the fish to get away.
- The team's slack defense allowed the opposing team to score.
- She wore a slack dress to the party.
Quotes
“The difference between a strong man and a weak one is that the former does not give up after a defeat.” - Woodrow Wilson
“Do not be afraid of defeat. You are never so near to victory as when defeated in a good cause.” - Henry Ward Beecher
“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” - Nelson Mandela