idles

The word “idles” has 2 syllables: i-dles

It's pronounced as /ˈaɪdəlz/


What is synonym and antonym for idles?

In the thesaurus, “idles” has 45 synonyms and 19 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for idles

Antonyms for idles

  • applies
  • drudges
  • exerts
  • grinds
  • grubs
  • humps
  • hustles
  • labors
  • moils
  • pegs
  • plods
  • plows
  • plugs
  • puts out
  • slaves
  • sweats
  • toils
  • travails
  • works

Meanings of idles

  • verb
    1. To spend in idleness; to waste; to consume.
    2. To lose or spend time doing nothing, or without being employed in business.
    3. Of an engine: to run at a slow speed, or out of gear; to tick over.

Example Sentences

  • The engine idles smoothly, indicating that it's in good condition.
  • Sarah's mind often idles when she's waiting for inspiration to strike.
  • The computer idles in sleep mode to conserve energy when not in use.
  • Despite the urgency of the situation, the workers stood around and idles instead of getting to work.
  • The car idles quietly at the traffic light, ready to accelerate when it turns green.

On this page you'll find 64 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to idles, such as: aestivates, ambles, applies, bums, chills, dallies, dawdles.

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

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dabbles

dallies

dawdles

falls behind


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