Lethargically: meaning, definitions and examples
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lethargically
[ləˈθɑːdʒɪkli ]
Definition
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.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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