Why do people say lackadaisical?
The end result is the modern form “lackadaisical,” which conveys a lack of enthusiasm—a casual, perfunctory way of doing things. This final meaning suggests “laxness” to some people who then misspell the word “laxadaisical,” but this is nonstandard. BUY THE BOOK!
What does lackadaisical mean?
: lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid teachers who are impatient with lackadaisical students.
Is lackadaisical a real word?
adjective. without interest, vigor, or determination; listless; lethargic: a lackadaisical attempt.
What is the pronunciation of lackadaisical?
Merriam Webster has one pronunciation for the word lackadaisical, but often people pronounce it laxadaisical. “I would guess that what’s happened here is that speakers have reinterpreted lackadaisical as related to lax.