lethargy

Meanings

• Noun

  A state of sluggishness or lack of energy.

  - "His lethargy made it difficult for him to get out of bed in the morning."
  - "The long winter had left the animals in a state of lethargy."
  - "The doctor diagnosed her condition as lethargy and advised plenty of rest."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈlɛθədʒi/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lethargy
argue , muse , refuse , choose , dew , clues , new , few , mew , brew , stew , true , glue , hue , view , queue , blue , blew , through , grew , drew , few , knew , threw , muse , choose , cruise , news , muse , lose , lure , lasso , pose , poise , joys , toys , boys , noise , voice , boys , poise , noise , boys , noise , boys , poise , joys , toys , boys.

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Variants

List of all variants of lethargy that leads to same result
lethargies , lethargy

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'lethargos', meaning 'numb' or 'insensible'.

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Trivia

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1. Lethargy is not a common medical diagnosis, but rather a symptom that can indicate a variety of underlying conditions.

2. In ancient Greece, lethargy was believed to be caused by an imbalance of humors in the body.

3. Lethargy is sometimes used as a synonym for torpor, which refers to a state of inactivity or lack of response, particularly in animals.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fatigue: A feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy. Fatigue can be caused by physical or mental exertion, illness, or emotional stress. It is a common symptom of many conditions, including depression, anxiety, and chronic fatigue syndrome.

2. Ennui: A feeling of boredom, listlessness, or dissatisfaction with life. Ennui is often described as a sense of emptiness or meaninglessness, and is sometimes associated with a desire for excitement or change.

3. Depression: A mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness. Depression can also include physical symptoms, such as fatigue, changes in appetite and sleep patterns, and difficulty concentrating.

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Quotes

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1. St. Clare knew this well; and often, in many a weary hour, he heard that slender, childish voice calling him to the skies, and saw that little hand pointing to him the way of life; but a heavy "lethargy" of sorrow lay on him,—he could not arise.

   - Harriet Beecher Stowe,{it}Uncle Tom's Cabin{/it},1852

2. Then it occurred to me that I had shut the window before I had come to bed. I would have got out to make certain on the point, but some leaden "lethargy" seemed to chain my limbs and even my will.

   - Bram Stoker,{it}Dracula{/it},1897

3. Dick Gale drew a long, deep breath. A coldness, a "lethargy", an indifference that had weighed upon him for months had passed out of his being.

   - Zane Grey,{it}Desert Gold{/it},1913

4. Warming himself ever so briefly had shaken away the "lethargy" and resignation and restored his will to survive.

   - Lois Lowry,{it}The Giver{/it},1993

5. However, on arrival, a mysterious illness had debilitated Darcus Bowden. An illness that no doctor could find any physical symptoms of, but which manifested itself in the most incredible "lethargy", creating in Darcus … a lifelong affection for the dole, the armchair, and British television.

   - Zadie Smith,{it}White Teeth{/it},2001

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Culture

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Lethargy is a common theme in literature, particularly in works that explore fatigue, ennui, or depression. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, the character Nick Carraway describes the 'high-bouncing, restless, and insatiable' energy of the partygoers, contrasting it with his own 'lethargy and terror' as he watches their decadence. In art, lethargy is often depicted as a figure lying down or sleeping, symbolizing a lack of motivation or vitality.

How to Memorize "lethargy"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize lethargy, imagine a person or animal lying down, completely still and unresponsive. Picture a scene where everything moves slowly and with effort. Focus on the feeling of heaviness in the body and the lack of motivation or energy.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lethargy' with feelings of laziness, fatigue, or apathy. Remember that it describes a state of sluggishness or lack of energy, and think of situations where you have felt that way.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lethargy: Lack Energy, Theft, Hunger, Apathy, Rest, Gather, Yawn' to help remember the meaning of the word. Each letter in 'lethargy' corresponds to the first letter of each word in the mnemonic.

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