Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
languor
noun
/ˈlaŋɡər/
Definition
A state of feeling tired and relaxed, often accompanied by a lack of energy or vitality.
Examples
- After the long hike, we lay in the grass, succumbing to a blissful languor.
- The languor of the summer afternoon made it perfect for a nap.
- She felt a sense of languor wash over her as she enjoyed the peaceful surroundings.
Meaning
Languor refers to a physical or mental condition characterized by a feeling of weakness or fatigue, typically suggestive of a gentle unenergetic demeanor or a dreamy, unhurried quality.
Synonyms
- lethargy
- tiredness
- listlessness
- sluggishness
- weariness