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sluggish

/ˈslʌɡɪʃ/

slug · gish ˈslʌɡ · ɪʃ

English Definition

adj. slow, lacking energy

中文释义

懒散的，迟缓的

Significado en Español

lento, perezoso

한국어 뜻

느린, 나태한

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

chậm chạp, lười biếng

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

slug(slug slow)+ish(form)

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Which of the following words is the best synonym for “sluggish” as used in the sentence: “After the large meal, John felt too sluggish to move from the couch”?

A energetic
B drowsy
C chaotic
D agile

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B — drowsy. “sluggish” means adj. slow, lacking energy

Common questions about “sluggish”

What does “sluggish” mean?

sluggish — adj. slow, lacking energy. In Chinese: 懒散的，迟缓的.

How do you pronounce “sluggish”?

sluggish is pronounced /ˈslʌɡɪʃ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: slug · gish.

Is “sluggish” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. sluggish appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “sluggish”?

slug(slug slow)+ish(form)

Progress / 学习进度

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Mastered: 0 / 672 (0%)

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sluggish

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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