deadbeats

The word “deadbeats” has 2 syllables: dead-beats

It's pronounced as /ˈdɛdˌbits/


What is synonym and antonym for deadbeats?

In the thesaurus, “deadbeats” has 8 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for deadbeats

  • bums
  • drones
  • idlers
  • layabouts
  • loafers
  • sluggards
  • slugs
  • snails

Antonyms for deadbeats

  • achievers
  • comers
  • doers
  • hummers
  • hustlers
  • self-starters

Meanings of deadbeats

  • 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.

Example Sentences

  • The company struggled to collect payments from deadbeats who refused to honor their debts.
  • The landlord evicted the deadbeats who hadn't paid rent for several months.
  • Social welfare programs aim to support families in need, not enable deadbeats to avoid work.
  • The community was tired of dealing with deadbeats who trashed public spaces and refused to take responsibility for their actions.
  • It's unfair for hardworking taxpayers to subsidize the lifestyle of deadbeats who abuse the system.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deadbeats, such as: achievers, bums, comers, doers, drones, hummers, hustlers.

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

Related Words

idlers

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

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