noun
leaving to others; relying on others
Describes an attitude of depending on others to handle things, often with a negative connotation of shirking responsibility. Frequently used in phrases like 人任せにする.
See also: 他人任せ
彼はいつも人任せで、自分から動こうとしない。
He always leaves things to others and never takes initiative himself.
大事な決定を人任せにしてはいけない。
You shouldn't leave important decisions to others.