Goof off and Slave

Opposite meaning terms

Goof off verb - To spend time doing nothing.

Usage example: returned home unannounced and found the au pair goofing off

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Slave is an antonym for goof off.

Slave verb - To devote serious and sustained effort.

Usage example: slaving over a hot stove

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Goof off is an antonym for slave.

Nearby Words: slavish, slaver, slavery, slaved, slaving

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