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- [leth-er-jee]
- /ˈlɛθ ər dʒi/
- /ləˈθɑː.dʒɪk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [leth-er-jee]
- /ˈlɛθ ər dʒi/
Definitions of lethargy word
- noun plural lethargy the quality or state of being drowsy and dull, listless and unenergetic, or indifferent and lazy; apathetic or sluggish inactivity. 1
- noun plural lethargy Pathology. an abnormal state or disorder characterized by overpowering drowsiness or sleep. 1
- noun lethargy A lack of energy and enthusiasm. 1
- noun lethargy lack of energy, apathy 1
- uncountable noun lethargy Lethargy is the condition or state of being lethargic. 0
- noun lethargy sluggishness, slowness, or dullness 0
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Origin of lethargy
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; < Late Latin lēthargia < Greek lēthargía, equivalent to lḗtharg(os) drowsy + -ia -y3 (see Lethe, -algia); replacing Middle English litargie < Medieval Latin litargīa < Late Greek, Greek, as above
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Parts of speech for Lethargy
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
lethargy popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lethargy
noun lethargy
- inactivity — not active: an inactive volcano.
- disinterest — absence of interest; indifference.
- apathy — You can use apathy to talk about someone's state of mind if you are criticizing them because they do not seem to be interested in or enthusiastic about anything.
- inertness — having no inherent power of action, motion, or resistance (opposed to active): inert matter.
- sloth — habitual disinclination to exertion; indolence; laziness.
Antonyms for lethargy
noun lethargy
- awakening — the start of a feeling or awareness in a person
- consciousness — Your consciousness is your mind and your thoughts.
- vigor — active strength or force.
- vitality — exuberant physical strength or mental vigor: a person of great vitality.
- vivaciousness — lively; animated; spirited: a vivacious folk dance.
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