languid

IPA: ɫˈæŋgwʌd

noun

  • Synonym of languet (“a flat plate in (or opposite and below the mouth of) the pipe of an organ”)

adjective

  • Of a person or animal, or their body functions: flagging from weakness, or inactive or weak, especially due to illness or tiredness; faint, listless.
  • Of a person or their movement: showing a dislike for physical effort; leisurely, unhurried.
  • Of a person or their actions, character, etc.: lacking drive, emotion, or enthusiasm; apathetic, listless, spiritless, unenthusiastic.
  • Of a colour: not bright; dull, muted.
  • Of an idea, writing, etc.: dull, uninteresting.
  • Of a period of time: characterized by lack of activity; pleasant and relaxed; unstressful.
  • Of a thing: lacking energy, liveliness, or strength; inactive, slow-moving, weak.
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Examples of "languid" in Sentences

  • His quiet did not mark a languid heart.
  • She is shown with a languid, sad expression.
  • Call it languid even though I don't think it is.
  • Displayed at right is the color languid lavender.
  • Thanks for the image of the languid lady herself.
  • The overall impression is both languid and wistful.
  • In character, it is like the cat and somewhat languid.
  • But some critics complain it's too languid and drawn out.
  • Much of this can be attributed to Tom's languid performances.
  • On the other hand, his paintings are never either languid or cold.

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