deadbeat

The word “deadbeat” has 2 syllables: dead-beat.

It's pronounced as /ˈdɛdˌbit/.


What is synonym and antonym for deadbeat?

In the thesaurus, “deadbeat” has 6 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deadbeat along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for deadbeat

  • bum
  • drone
  • layabout
  • loafer
  • slug
  • snail

Antonyms for deadbeat

  • comer
  • doer
  • hummer
  • hustler

Meanings of deadbeat

  • noun
    1. A lazy and/or irresponsible person who is often unemployed, often depending upon wealthy or otherwise financially independent people for support.
    2. A person who defaults on debts.
  • adjective
    1. (of an instrument) having a damped needle that stops without oscillation.
    2. Defaulting on one's debts.
    3. Defeated or exhausted.
    4. Lazy or irresponsible.
    5. Dead tired.

Example Sentences

  • Deadbeat parents often neglect their financial responsibilities towards their children.
  • The company struggled to collect payments from deadbeat clients who consistently missed their deadlines.
  • He was labeled a deadbeat tenant after failing to pay rent for several months.
  • The community rallied together to address the issue of deadbeat landlords who neglected their properties.
  • Despite warnings, some individuals continue to engage in deadbeat behavior, avoiding their debts and obligations.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deadbeat, such as: bum, comer, doer, drone, hummer, hustler, layabout.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

idler

  • bum
  • deadbeat
  • drone
  • layabout
  • lazybones
  • loafer
  • slug
  • sluggard
  • snail

idlers

  • bums
  • deadbeats
  • drones
  • layabouts
  • lazybones
  • loafers
  • sluggards
  • slugs
  • snails

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