languor

noun
UK: /ˈlæŋ.ɡwər/
US: /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɚ/

  1. The state of feeling tired and without energy

    1. A general feeling of languor came over him
    2. The heat induced a dreamy languor, and she felt very tired with languor

  2. A pleasant state of dreamy relaxation or inactivity

    1. He enjoyed the languor of a summer afternoon
    2. After a busy week, she welcomed the languor of a lazy weekend with some languor

Synonyms

lassitude lethargy apathy torpor inertia relaxation
languor intransitive-verb

  1. To exist in an inactive and dreamy state

    1. She would languor until something exciting happened
    2. They languorously waited for the end of the summer, affected by languor.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "languor" in English means: The state of feeling tired and without energy, A pleasant state of dreamy relaxation or inactivity.

The phonetic transcription of "languor" is /ˈlæŋ.ɡwər/ in British English and /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "languor": lassitude, lethargy, apathy, torpor, inertia, relaxation.

Example usage of "languor": "A general feeling of languor came over him". More examples on the page.