listless
pronunciation
How to pronounce listless in British English:
UK [ˈlɪstləs]
How to pronounce listless in American English:
US [ˈlɪstləs]
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- Adjective:
- lacking zest or vivacity
- marked by low spirits; showing no enthusiasm
Word Origin
- listless
- listless: see list
- listless (adj.)
- mid-15c., from Middle English liste "pleasure, joy, delight" (see list (v.4)) + -less. Related: Listlessly; listlessness.
Synonym
Example
- 1. Yet mr singh has so far appeared listless .
- 2. The current government presides over a listless economy and rising jobless numbers .
- 3. At last , however , her listless walk brought her up alongside him , and still he said nothing .
- 4. Why has the baby become so listless ?
- 5. The weather made her listless and lethargic .