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languorous

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Languorous (adj) means Without energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; sluggish, listless and lacking drive.

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Without energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; sluggish, listless and lacking drive.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Comes from Middle French langoreux.

Synonyms

lackadaisical languid dreamy

Antonyms

zippy fervent

Related words

active slow weak lazy passionate enthusiastic fiery vigorous

Rhymes for languorous

yous nous heinous ominous curious anxious copious tenuous unctuous tortuous spurious infamous

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of languorous?

"languorous" (adj) means without energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality; sluggish, listless and lacking drive.

What is another word for languorous?

Other words for "languorous" include lackadaisical, languid, dreamy.

What is the opposite of languorous?

Opposites of "languorous" include zippy, fervent.

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