lassitude — a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlæsɪtuːd/
Example Sentences
- Monday morning lassitude hit him so hard that he considered calling in sick to avoid spreadsheets.
- The student's lassitude was so evident that even her coffee seemed tired.
- The long meeting induced a collective lassitude among all attendees.
lassitude
NOUN[/ˈlæsɪtuːd/]
a state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy
After three sleepless nights, her lassitude weighed heavier than any blanket.
From lassitude to gratitude, attitude makes the difference.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'lassitudo,' derived from 'lassus' meaning 'tired' or 'weary.' The word entered English through French and has been used since the 16th century to describe physical or mental exhaustion.
Breakdown
lassus (Latin: tired, weary) + -tudo (Latin suffix forming abstract nouns) = lassitude (a state of weariness)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Monday morning lassitude hit him so hard that he considered calling in sick to avoid spreadsheets.”
“The student's lassitude was so evident that even her coffee seemed tired.”
“The long meeting induced a collective lassitude among all attendees.”
“After binge-watching 12 episodes, he experienced a strange lassitude mixed with guilt.”
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