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listlessness Synonyms

Another word for listlessness

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• noun (Context 1)

A state of lacking energy, enthusiasm, or inclination to act or exert oneself; languor or apathy.

Usage Example

"The oppressive summer heat brought a heavy lethargy over the entire afternoon."

Strongest
lethargy
languor
lassitude
apathy
Strong
torpor
sluggishness
inertia
ennui
indifference
indolence

Opposites of listlessness

The opposite of listlessness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

energy
enthusiasm
vigor
vitality
liveliness
animation
zest
eagerness
See all opposites of listlessness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Listlessness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/listlessness
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