torpor — a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtɔːrpər/
Korean meaning: 무기력한 상태, 혼수상태, 둔감함
Korean pronunciation: **토**퍼
Example Sentences
- Monday morning meetings always put the entire office into a collective torpor.
- The bear emerged from its winter torpor, hungry and disoriented.
- His creative torpor lasted for months until inspiration finally struck.
torpor
NOUN//ˈtɔːrpər//
a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy
a person sits completely motionless in a large comfortable armchair, head tilted back with eyes barely open. Their arms hang limply at their sides while a book has fallen from their lap onto the floor. The warm afternoon sunlight and heavy meal from earlier has drained all their energy. Their body appears completely relaxed but sluggish, unable to muster any motivation to move. A concerned family member stands nearby trying to get their attention by waving gently. The sleepy person responds with only the slightest acknowledgment, too lethargic to fully engage. a state of physical and mental inactivity and lethargy
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin torpor meaning 'numbness or stiffness,' derived from torpēre meaning 'to be numb or paralyzed.' The word captures the state of being mentally or physically sluggish, like an animal in hibernation.
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📝Examples
“Monday morning meetings always put the entire office into a collective torpor.”
“The bear emerged from its winter torpor, hungry and disoriented.”
“His creative torpor lasted for months until inspiration finally struck.”
“After eating three helpings of Thanksgiving dinner, Uncle Bob achieved peak torpor on the couch.”
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