lifeless — Lacking energy, vitality, or living qualities; appearing dull or without animation.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Lacking energy, vitality, or living qualities; appearing dull or without animation.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪfləs/
Example Sentences
- My phone became completely lifeless after I dropped it in the swimming pool.
- The teacher's lifeless lecture made half the students fall asleep.
- The desert looked lifeless, but actually many creatures live there.
lifeless
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlaɪfləs/]
Lacking energy, vitality, or living qualities; appearing dull or without animation.
Lacking energy, vitality, or living qualities; appearing dull or without animation.
Reckless running leaves him breathless and lifeless!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'lif' meaning 'life' combined with the suffix '-less' meaning 'without' or 'lacking'. This compound word literally translates to 'without life'.
Breakdown
life (from Old English 'lif' meaning existence/living state) + -less (suffix meaning 'without' or 'lacking')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My phone became completely lifeless after I dropped it in the swimming pool.”
“The teacher's lifeless lecture made half the students fall asleep.”
“The desert looked lifeless, but actually many creatures live there.”
“His lifeless expression during the comedy show worried his friends.”
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