Workshy is a derogatory term used to describe someone who is lazy and avoids working hard. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe such a person, including idle, sluggish, indolent, apathetic, slothful, lackadaisical, and shiftless. Idle suggests a lack of activity, while sluggish implies slowness and lethargy. Indolent means being disinclined to exert oneself, and apathetic suggests a lack of interest or enthusiasm. Slothful implies laziness and a reluctance to work. Lackadaisical suggests a general absence of effort or care. Shiftless implies an unwillingness to take responsibility or be productive. Using these synonyms can help to avoid using the offensive term workshy when describing someone who is lazy.