lassitude
gb/lˈæsɪtˈud/ us/lˈæsɪtˈud/
C1
English
fáradtság, bágyadtság, fásultság, apátia
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
1
fáradtság
A2
bágyadtság
C1
Usage pattern:
[a feeling/sense of] lassitude; lassitude after [activity/illness]
After the long flight, a heavy lassitude settled over me and I could barely keep my eyes open.
A hosszú repülőút után olyan fáradtság tört rám, hogy alig tudtam nyitva tartani a szemem.
The heat brought on a sudden lassitude, and even small tasks felt difficult.
A hőség hirtelen bágyadtságot okozott, és még a kisebb feladatok is nehéznek tűntek.
He complained of lassitude for weeks after the virus had cleared.
Learner examples
I felt lassitude after a busy day.
Egy mozgalmas nap után nagy fáradtságot éreztem.
Hot weather can cause lassitude.
A meleg idő bágyadtságot okozhat.
Common mistake:
Often confused with laziness; lassitude is usually about low energy (often temporary), not a character flaw.
Meaning
extreme tiredness and low energy
Collocations
a feeling of lassitude
|a sense of lassitude
|deep lassitude
|sheer lassitude
|physical lassitude
|mental lassitude
|general lassitude
|post-illness lassitude
|afternoon lassitude
|overcome by lassitude
Synonyms
fatigue (More common; often linked to work, exercise, or illness.)
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weariness (Emphasizes feeling worn out over time.)
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languor (Suggests slow, dreamy tiredness; slightly literary.)
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lethargy (Often implies unusual sluggishness or low responsiveness.)
Antonyms
energy (The ability to be active and do things.)
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vigor (Strong physical energy and vitality.)
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alertness (Mental sharpness and readiness to respond.)
Themes
health
|emotions
|daily_life
Definition
a strong feeling of being tired and having no energy
A state of physical or mental weariness in which you feel weak, lacking energy, or unable to make an effort.
NOUN
C2
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
lassitude about/toward [something]; lassitude in [place/organization]
By mid-semester, a general lassitude had taken hold and attendance dropped.
A félév közepére általános fásultság lett úrrá mindenkin, és visszaesett az órák látogatottsága.
The team’s early success was followed by lassitude, and training became half-hearted.
A csapat korai sikereit fásultság követte, és az edzések félgőzzel folytak.
Voter lassitude was obvious: few people bothered to read the candidates’ plans.
Learner examples
There was lassitude in the office after the bad news.
A rossz hír után fásultság uralkodott az irodában.
Common mistake:
In this sense it is closer to apathy than to physical tiredness; context usually shows whether it is mental/emotional.
Meaning
listlessness and lack of motivation
Collocations
political lassitude
|public lassitude
|a mood of lassitude
|widespread lassitude
|summer lassitude
|lassitude and apathy
|a creeping lassitude
|a general air of lassitude
Synonyms
apathy (Stronger focus on not caring.)
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listlessness (Emphasizes lack of interest and low activity.)
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torpor (Suggests inactive dullness; more literary/formal.)
Antonyms
enthusiasm (Eager interest and positive energy.)
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motivation (A drive to act or work toward a goal.)
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engagement (Active interest and involvement.)
Themes
emotions
|work
|daily_life
Definition
a feeling of not caring enough to do anything
A state of listlessness or apathy in which you lack interest, motivation, or enthusiasm to act.
Grammar
Dictionary form
lassitude
IPA
GB/lˈæsɪtˈud/
US/lˈæsɪtˈud/
Syllables & stress
las - sit - ude (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (las)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: lassitude
- Plural: lassitude
Word family
Expressions
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