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- [lang-ger-uh s]
- /ˈlæŋ gər əs/
- /ˈlæŋ.ɡər/
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- [lang-ger-uh s]
- /ˈlæŋ gər əs/
Definitions of languorous word
- adjective languorous characterized by languor; languid. 1
- adjective languorous inducing languor: languorous fragrance. 1
- noun languorous Lacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; languid, lackadaisical. 1
- adjective languorous lethargic, languid 1
- adjective languorous If you describe an activity as languorous, you mean that it is lazy, relaxed, and not energetic, usually in a pleasant way. 0
- adjective languorous characterized by or producing languor 0
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Origin of languorous
First appearance:
before 1480 One of the 25% oldest English words
First recorded in 1480-90; languor + -ous
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Parts of speech for Languorous
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languorous popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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adj languorous
- laid-back — relaxed or unhurried: laid-back music rhythms.
- lackadaisical — without interest, vigor, or determination; listless; lethargic: a lackadaisical attempt.
- leisurely — acting, proceeding, or done without haste; unhurried; deliberate: a leisurely conversation.
- unhurried — not hurried; leisurely; deliberate: an unhurried day; an unhurried decision.
- apathetic — If you describe someone as apathetic, you are criticizing them because they do not seem to be interested in or enthusiastic about doing anything.
adjective languorous
- sleepy — ready or inclined to sleep; drowsy.
- still — remaining in place or at rest; motionless; stationary: to stand still.
- dreamy — of the nature of or characteristic of dreams; visionary.
- languid — lacking in vigor or vitality; slack or slow: a languid manner.
- relaxed — being free of or relieved from tension or anxiety: in a relaxed mood.
Antonyms for languorous
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