Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
half-ass
verb (informal)
/ˈhæf ˌæs/
Definition
to do something with minimal effort or care.
Examples
- He half-assed his homework, resulting in a low grade.
- If you half-ass this project, it won’t get the results we need.
- Don’t half-ass your workout; give it your all for the best results.
Meaning
When someone ‘half-asses’ a task, they do it poorly or incomplete, often because they are not fully committed to putting in the necessary effort.
Synonyms
- slack off
- give less than one’s best
- put in minimal effort
- shortchange
