What is another word for hooky player?
Pronunciation: [hˈʊki plˈe͡ɪə] (IPA) 
A hooky player is someone who avoids work or school obligations in favor of doing something they find more enjoyable. Other synonyms for hooky player include slacker, truant, absentee, no-show, skiver, and shirker. These terms describe someone who habitually avoids responsibilities or tasks. A slacker is someone who avoids work or responsibilities due to laziness, while a truant is someone who skips school without permission. An absentee is someone who is missing from work or school without notice. A no-show is someone who fails to attend a scheduled event or appointment. A skiver is someone who avoids work by pretending to be ill, and a shirker is someone who avoids their responsibilities by shifting the burden onto others.
