Languorous
hardNeutral toneLANG-ger-us
adjective
Definition
Characterized by tiredness or inactivity; pleasantly lazy
Memory hook
LANGU-OROUS: in a state of pleasant LANGUOR — pleasantly lazy and lacking energy.
Word roots
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Examples
“They spent a languorous afternoon by the pool.”
“The languorous pace of island life was appealing.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“They spent a ______ afternoon by the pool.”
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languorous
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GRE Tip
Languorous is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "languid" or "listless" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "energetic".
Related GRE Words
torpid
Mentally or physically inactive; lethargic
lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic
lackadaisical
Lacking enthusiasm and determination; carelessly lazy
listless
Lacking energy or enthusiasm
languid
lacking energy or vigor; slow and relaxed
indolent
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy
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