Listlessness: meaning, definitions and examples
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listlessness
[ ˈlɪstləsnəs ]
feeling of lacking energy or interest
Listlessness is a state of lacking energy or interest in activities. It is characterized by a general lack of motivation and enthusiasm. People experiencing listlessness may feel apathetic, lethargic, and uninterested in things that once brought them joy.
Synonyms
apathy, lack of motivation, lethargy
Examples of usage
- I couldn't shake off the listlessness that had been plaguing me all week.
- Her listlessness was evident in her lack of enthusiasm for anything.
Translations
Translations of the word "listlessness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 indolência
🇮🇳 उदासीनता
🇩🇪 Trägheit
🇮🇩 kemalasan
🇺🇦 млявість
🇵🇱 apatia
🇯🇵 無気力 (むきりょく)
🇫🇷 apathie
🇪🇸 desgana
🇹🇷 halsizlik
🇰🇷 무기력함
🇸🇦 خمول
🇨🇿 lhostejnost
🇸🇰 ľahostajnosť
🇨🇳 无精打采 (wú jīng dǎ cǎi)
🇸🇮 brezbrižnost
🇮🇸 letilegheit
🇰🇿 енжарлық
🇬🇪 უსიცოცხლობა
🇦🇿 laqeydlik
🇲🇽 desgana
Word origin
The word 'listlessness' originated from the Middle English 'listles' meaning 'desire, pleasure' combined with the suffix '-ness' to indicate a state or condition. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent a lack of energy or interest, reflecting a shift in societal attitudes towards motivation and enthusiasm.
See also: listlessly.