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languid

/ˈlæŋɡwɪd/
lan · guid ˈlæŋ · ɡwɪd
English Definition
adj. listless sluggish weak
中文释义
倦怠的,无精打采的
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lánguido
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Example Sentence

The hot weather made everyone feel languid.

炎热的天气让每个人都感到倦怠。

Synonyms
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langu(weak, feeble)+ id→ sluggish, lacking energy.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “languid”: The scene at the beach was so peaceful and everyone seemed to be in a languid state, enjoying the warmth of the sun.

  1. A vigorous
  2. B energetic
  3. C lethargic
  4. D excited
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C — lethargic. “languid” means adj. listless sluggish weak

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

In the ______ heat of the afternoon, no one had the energy to move.

  1. A brisk
  2. B lively
  3. C energetic
  4. D languid
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D — languid. “languid” means adj. listless sluggish weak

Common questions about “languid”

What does “languid” mean?

languid — adj. listless sluggish weak. In Chinese: 倦怠的,无精打采的.

How do you pronounce “languid”?

languid is pronounced /ˈlæŋɡwɪd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: lan · guid.

How do you use “languid” in a sentence?

The hot weather made everyone feel languid. (炎热的天气让每个人都感到倦怠。)

What are synonyms for “languid”?

lethargic, listless — all close in meaning to languid (adj. listless sluggish weak).

Is “languid” an ISEE Upper-level word?

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

How can I remember “languid”?

langu(weak, feeble)+ id→ sluggish, lacking energy.

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