languor — a state of tiredness and inactivity; a feeling of dreamy relaxation or listlessness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of tiredness and inactivity; a feeling of dreamy relaxation or listlessness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlæŋɡər/
Example Sentences
- After the huge lunch, a pleasant languor settled over the entire office.
- The spa's warm atmosphere induced a state of complete languor in the guests.
- His languor disappeared instantly when he heard the ice cream truck.
languor
NOUN[/ˈlæŋɡər/]
a state of tiredness and inactivity; a feeling of dreamy relaxation or listlessness
A hot summer afternoon fills the veranda with sweet languor.
In languor lies the anchor of rancor
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'languor' meaning sluggishness or faintness, derived from the verb 'languere' meaning to be faint, weak, or languish. The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
Breakdown
languo- (Latin root meaning to be faint/weak) + -r (noun suffix) = languor (a state of weakness or listlessness)
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📝Examples
“After the huge lunch, a pleasant languor settled over the entire office.”
“The spa's warm atmosphere induced a state of complete languor in the guests.”
“His languor disappeared instantly when he heard the ice cream truck.”
“The humid weather cast a spell of languor over the entire city.”
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