Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rest-on-ones-laurels
idiom
/rɛst ɒn wʌnz ˈlɔːrəlz/
Definition
To rely on one’s past achievements rather than working hard for future success.
Examples
- After winning the championship last year, he started to rest on his laurels and didn’t practice as hard as before.
- It’s easy to rest on one’s laurels after receiving praise, but continuous effort is essential for growth.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that someone is content with their previous accomplishments and is not making an effort to pursue new goals or challenges.
Synonyms
- Coast on past achievements
- Be complacent
- Take it easy
- Live off past successes
