Other Word Forms
- hyperlethargic adjective
- lethargically adverb
- nonlethargic adjective
- nonlethargical adjective
- nonlethargically adverb
- unlethargic adjective
- unlethargical adjective
- unlethargically adverb
Etymology
Origin of lethargic
First recorded in 1350–1400; from Latin lēthargicus, from Greek lēthargikós; replacing Middle English litargik, from Medieval Latin litargicus ( lethargy, -ic )
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Example Sentences
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Megan said Edward had gone from being lethargic as a baby to a cheeky, playful boy, who was "full of life" and "a real character".
From BBC
But never have I seen a team with so much potential and skill be so absolutely lethargic and unwatchable this season.
From Los Angeles Times
He has looked lethargic behind the stumps, dropping a crucial catch and failing to move for another in Brisbane.
From BBC
He looked increasingly lethargic as the India series wore on, with both his batting and keeping suffering as a result.
From BBC
But one night she told her parents she was feeling lethargic - within 24 hours her symptoms, including a fever, headache, vomiting and a rash on her stomach, worsened and she went to hospital.
From BBC
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