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listless
lacking energy or enthusiasm for anything
Synonyms
Antonyms
- energetic
- lively
- spirited
listless in a sentence
The heat left everyone feeling listless by the middle of the afternoon.
After three sleepless nights studying for finals, she sat listless at her desk, unable to focus on a single word.
Where it comes from
From Middle English list 'desire, inclination' + -less
Memory hook
LIST + LESS — you have less interest in your to-do list than ever.
Read it in context
- Waiting by Design Social Science
- Who Counts in Dockside Social Science
- The House at Mallow End Narrative