Laxity
Noun
UK
/ËlĂŚk.sÉ.ti/
US
/ËlĂŚk.sÉ.ti/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Lack of strictness or care; being too relaxed or careless.
Example
"Laxity caused the project to fail."
"His laxity in managing money often put him in financial trouble."
"The laxity in safety checks led to a serious accident at the factory."
Explanation
Laxity means not being strict, careful, or serious enough, especially when youâre supposed to be. If someone shows laxity at work, they might not follow rules or take things seriously. It can lead to mistakes or problems. Laxity is often used in a negative way, to point out carelessness or a lack of attention.