languor

/ˈlæŋɡə//ˈlæŋ(ɡ)ɚ/
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Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

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  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation

noun

1. A state of the body or mind caused by exhaustion or disease and characterized by a languid or weary feeling; lassitude; an instance of this.

"languor of convalescence"

Synonyms: torpor

2. Melancholy caused by lovesickness, sadness, etc.; an instance of this.

3. Dullness, sluggishness; lack of vigour; stagnation.

4. Listless indolence or inactivity, especially if enjoyable or relaxing; dreaminess; an instance of this.

5. Heavy humidity and stillness of the air.

6. Sorrow; suffering; also, enfeebling disease or illness; an instance of this.

Synonyms

languor

/ˈlæŋɡə//ˈlæŋ(ɡ)ɚ/
🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation

verb

1. To languish.

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