lethargic meaning

UK US /ləˈθɑrdʒɪk/ 3 syllables

lethargic (adjective): deficient in alertness or activity.

Definition of lethargic

  1. deficient in alertness or activity
    • bullfrogs became lethargic with the first cold nights

    Synonyms: unenergetic

    Opposite: energetic

    Similar: dazed, dreamy, listless

    Related forms: lethargy

How to pronounce lethargic

lethargic is pronounced /ləˈθɑrdʒɪk/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

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