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lethargic

/ləˈθɑɹdʒɪk/adjective

Lacking energy; slow and drowsy.

Example sentences

  • “The heavy lunch left everyone feeling lethargic all afternoon.”
  • “The flu left her lethargic for nearly two weeks.”

Clinical in origin but casual in use: 'I feel lethargic today' just means drained and sluggish.

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