Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shirk
verb
/ʃɜːrk/
Definition
To avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility.
Examples
- He decided to shirk his responsibilities at work and leave early.
- Many students tend to shirk their homework when they find it difficult.
- It’s not right to shirk your duties; every member of the team should contribute.
Meaning
When someone shirks, they try to escape from doing something that they should do.
Synonyms
- evade
- avoid
- neglect
- duck
- shun
