malingering

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun evading duty or work by pretending to be incapacitated
  2. verb avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill

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Synonyms

skulking

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