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languor

/ˈlæŋɡə/
Meanings
  • noun

    A state of listlessness and slowness, often accompanied by drowsiness.

    - "The heat of the afternoon brought on a feeling of languor."
    - "The old man's languor was a sign of his advanced age."
  • noun

    A lack of energy or enthusiasm.

    - "The long winter months brought about a sense of languor in the town."
    - "His languor for life made it difficult for him to get things done."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈlæŋɡə/



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  2. /ˈlæŋ(ɡ)ɚ/



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  3. /ˈlæŋɡə/



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  4. /ˈlæŋ(ɡ)ɚ/



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Synonyms

torpor
Rhymes
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boring , warning , adoring , imploring , exploring
Variants
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languor , languors
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'languidus' meaning 'weak, powerless, or lacking in spirit'.

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  1. The word 'languor' has been used in the titles of several works of literature, including a novel by D.H. Lawrence and a poem by John Keats.

  2. In medicine, 'languor' can be a symptom of various conditions, including anemia and depression.

Related Concepts
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  1. listlessness: A state of feeling weary or lacking in energy or motivation.

  2. lethargy: A state of sluggishness or lack of energy and motivation.

Culture
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In literature, languor is often used to describe the feeling of lassitude or languidness experienced by characters, particularly in romantic or melancholic contexts. It can also be used to describe the slow, languid pace of a scene or setting.

How to Memorize "languor"

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