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Synonyms & Similar Words
lethargy
apathy
indifference
languor
lassitude
inertia
sluggishness
torpor
dormancy
stagnation
monotony
tedium
dullness
lackluster
uninspired
unenthusiastic
uninterested
disinterest
boredom
ennui
malaise
weakness
feebleness
frailty
languishment
debility
infirmity
prostration
exhaustion
fatigue
somnolence
drowsiness
sleepiness
Meaning of Listlessness
A lack of energy and enthusiasm.
Definitions
- A state of lacking energy and enthusiasm, characterized by a lack of interest or excitement.
- * A feeling of boredom, apathy, or disinterest, often resulting in a lack of motivation or productivity.
Etymology of Listlessness
The word "listlessness" has its roots in the Old English word "lyst", meaning "desire" or "pleasure", and the suffix "-less", indicating a lack or absence of something.
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially meaning "without pleasure" or "without desire", and later evolving to encompass a broader range of meanings related to a lack of energy, enthusiasm, or interest.
Example Uses
- The patient's listlessness was a concern for the doctor, who ordered a series of tests to determine the underlying cause.
- * After a few months of doing the same job, he started to feel a sense of listlessness and was looking for a change.
- * The listlessness of the team was evident in their lackluster performance, and the coach knew they needed to make some changes.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
energy
enthusiasm
eagerness
excitement
interest
engagement
motivation
vitality
dynamism
liveliness
vibrancy
passion
zeal
ardor
fervor
gusto
eagerness
briskness
alertness
attentiveness