Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skiver
noun
/ˈskaɪ.vər/
Definition
A skiver is a person who avoids work or duty, often by pretending to be sick or by finding excuses to escape responsibilities.
Examples
- After skipping school for a week, everyone knew he was just trying to be a skiver.
- She called in sick for the second time this month, earning a reputation as a skiver in the office.
- He was such a skiver that his teammates had to pick up the slack during practice.
Meaning
In a more informal sense, it refers to someone who neglects their obligations or responsibilities to avoid effort or engagement.
Synonyms
- slacker
- shirker
- lazybones
