Lethargically: meaning, definitions and examples

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lethargically

 

[ləˈθɑːdʒɪkli ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

in a slow and sluggish manner

If you do something lethargically, you do it in a way that shows a lack of energy or enthusiasm.

Synonyms

listlessly, slowly, sluggishly.

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Word Description / Examples
lethargically

When someone is moving or acting in a way that shows little energy, often due to tiredness, boredom, or illness. This word can carry a medical or more serious connotation.

  • He got out of bed lethargically, feeling the effects of the flu.
  • She moved lethargically through the day after staying up all night.
sluggishly

When someone is moving or acting in a slow manner due to exhaustion, illness, or a low level of energy. This term often has a slightly negative connotation.

  • The workers performed their tasks sluggishly after the long lunch break.
  • He responded sluggishly to the questions, indicating he might be unwell.
listlessly

When someone is doing something without energy or enthusiasm, often due to disinterest or exhaustion. This term often implies a lack of motivation or interest.

  • She stared out the window listlessly, not paying attention to the lecture.
  • He played the game listlessly, not really caring about the outcome.
slowly

When describing an action that is performed at a leisurely pace or taking more time than usual. This is a neutral term and does not imply a lack of energy or enthusiasm.

  • He walked slowly down the street, enjoying the sunset.
  • She slowly read the book, savoring every word.

Examples of usage

  • She moved lethargically across the room.
  • He lethargically responded to the question.
  • They lethargically completed their tasks.
  • We lethargically made our way back home.
  • The cat walked lethargically towards its bed.

Translations

Translations of the word "lethargically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 letargicamente

🇮🇳 निष्क्रियता से

🇩🇪 lethargisch

🇮🇩 dengan lesu

🇺🇦 летаргічно

🇵🇱 letargicznie

🇯🇵 無気力に

🇫🇷 léthargiquement

🇪🇸 letárgicamente

🇹🇷 letarjik bir şekilde

🇰🇷 무기력하게

🇸🇦 بخمول

🇨🇿 letargicky

🇸🇰 letargicky

🇨🇳 昏睡不醒地

🇸🇮 letargično

🇮🇸 letilega

🇰🇿 летаргиялық

🇬🇪 ლეტარგიულად

🇦🇿 letargik şəkildə

🇲🇽 letárgicamente

Etymology

The word 'lethargically' is derived from the noun 'lethargy', which comes from the Late Latin 'lēthargia', and before that from the Greek 'lēthargía'. The concept of lethargy has been around for centuries, with early references in medical texts describing a state of abnormal drowsiness or lack of energy. Over time, the adverb 'lethargically' evolved to describe actions done in a slow and sluggish manner.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,688, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.