clockwatcher
Eager quitting-time counter
A clockwatcher is someone who watches the clock, eager for work to end.
The term is mildly derogatory, implying the person lacks engagement or motivation: Don't be such a clockwatcher—we've still got things to finish.
The related noun clockwatching describes this behavior.
Lacking interest or engagement
- restlessUnable to be still
- fidgetyNervously unable to settle
- distractedUnable to concentrate
- unmotivatedLacking incentive or drive
apathetic · disinterested · uninspired · indifferent · listless · detached · zoned-out · idle
bored
Lacking interest or engagement
- restlessUnable to be still
- fidgetyNervously unable to settle
- distractedUnable to concentrate
unmotivated · apathetic · disinterested · uninspired · indifferent · listless · detached · zoned-out · idle · daydreaming
eager
Intensely wanting something
restive · itching · yearning · anticipating · chomping · longing · expectant · ready · pining · impatient
timecard
Employee hours record
break · nine-to-five · cubicle · office · timeclock · paycheck · commute · deadline · workday · hourly
clockwatcherworkaholic
Compulsive labor addict
go-getter · hard worker · eager beaver · overachiever · self-starter