Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skive
verb
/skaɪv/
Definition
To avoid work or a duty by staying away or by being unproductive.
Examples
- He decided to skive off school to enjoy the sunny day.
- Instead of finishing the report, she just skived all afternoon.
Meaning
Skive refers to the act of shirking responsibilities or skipping out on work or school activities.
Synonyms
- evade
- shirk
- dodge
- neglect
