Upper

listless

/ˈlɪstlɪs/

list · less ˈlɪst · lɪs

English Definition

Adj. lacking energy; lethargic; apathetic

中文释义

无精打采的；倦怠的

Significado en Español

apático, desganado

한국어 뜻

무기력한, 활기가 없는

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

uể oải, thiếu sinh khí

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

list (inclination, tendency) + -less (without) → lacking energy.

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Which of the following is a synonym for the word “listless” as used in the sentence: “After a long day at the amusement park, the children were listless and ready for bed”?

A Energetic
B Vigorous
C Lethargic
D Animated

Show answer

C — Lethargic. “listless” means Adj. lacking energy; lethargic; apathetic

Common questions about “listless”

What does “listless” mean?

listless — Adj. lacking energy; lethargic; apathetic. In Chinese: 无精打采的；倦怠的.

How do you pronounce “listless”?

listless is pronounced /ˈlɪstlɪs/. It breaks into 2 syllables: list · less.

Is “listless” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. listless appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “listless”?

list (inclination, tendency) + -less (without) → lacking energy.

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listless

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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