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Lethargy
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Meaning
Noun
●
In Emotions:
A state of
extreme
torpor
or
apathy
, especially with
lack
of
emotion
, energy or
enthusiasm
; (loosely)
sluggishness
, laziness.
●
In Pathology:
A
condition
characterized
by
extreme
fatigue
or
drowsiness
,
deep
unresponsiveness
, or
prolonged
sleep
patterns.
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Origin
lethargy
English
lethargia
Latin
ληθαργία
Ancient Greek (to 1453)
λήθαργος
Ancient Greek (to 1453)
Sourced from
Etym
Related
Tiredness
Sleepiness
Restlessness
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Insomnia
Sleeplessness
Irritability
Malaise
Nausea
Exhaustion
Dizziness
Depression
Vomiting
Laziness
Lightheadedness
Numbness
Constipation
Nervousness
Boredom
Headaches
Disorientation
Forgetfulness
Anxiety
Discomfort
Pain
Fainting
Cramps
Sluggishness
Diarrhea
Headache
Hyperactivity
Loneliness
Sweating
Brain Fog
Dry Mouth
Mood Swings
Back Pain
Shortness Of Breath
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