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malinger
verb
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How to pronounce malinger:

Definition of malinger:

malinger (verb):
to stay away
verb. avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill.
to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)

Synonyms for malinger:

restrelaxtruantidlefakelazychillfoolmessfurlough
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Antonyms for malinger:

facelabourrushhurryachievemeetlaborruntoilwork

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