listless
[ list-lis ]
/ ˈlɪst lɪs /
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adjective
having or showing little or no interest in anything; languid; spiritless; indifferent: a listless mood; a listless handshake.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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Origin of listless
synonym study for listless
See indifference.
OTHER WORDS FROM listless
list·less·ly, adverblist·less·ness, nounDictionary.com Unabridged
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British Dictionary definitions for listless
listless
/ (ˈlɪstlɪs) /
adjective
disinclined for any effort or exertion; lacking vigour, enthusiasm, or energy
Derived forms of listless
listlessly, adverblistlessness, nounWord Origin for listless
C15: from list desire + -less
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