lethargy
Translation
lethargy, sluggishness, apathy
Examples
Symptoms include fever and lethargy.
Symptoms include fever and lethargy.
A feeling of lethargy overcame him.
A feeling of lethargy overcame him.
Grammar Patterns
a feeling/state of lethargy a feeling/state of listlessness A feeling of lethargy came over me.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sluggishness, inertia, apathy; Antonyms: energy, vigor
Etymology
From Greek 'lēthargia', from 'lēthargos' (forgetful, drowsy), related to 'lēthē' (forgetfulness).
Memory Tips
Also related to the River Lethe. Imagine being so tired you forget everything and just want to sleep.