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lifeless

6 antonyms for lifeless — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Dead, or showing no signs of life.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Dead, or showing no signs of life.

“Rescuers pulled a lifeless body from the wreckage.”

exanimate

Opposites

2. adj

Dull, flat, or lacking energy and vitality.

“The actor gave a strangely lifeless performance.”

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How to use lifeless

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a lifeless body lifeless performance lifeless landscape

Etymology

From Old English liflaes, formed from life + the suffix -less ("without").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lifeless” mean?
The word “lifeless” means dead, or showing no signs of life. In plain terms, without life — either literally dead, or figuratively dull and flat.
How do you pronounce “lifeless”?
“Lifeless” is pronounced LYF-luhs (/ˈlaɪfləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “lifeless” in a sentence?
Here is “lifeless” used in a sentence: “Rescuers pulled a lifeless body from the wreckage.”
What part of speech is “lifeless”?
“Lifeless” is an adjective.
Where does the word “lifeless” come from?
The word “lifeless” comes from Old English. From Old English liflaes, formed from life + the suffix -less ("without").
Is “lifeless” a common word?
“Lifeless” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “lifeless” have?
“Lifeless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dead, or showing no signs of life.

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