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torpidity

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /tɔːˈpɪdəti/

KK: /tɔrˈpɪdəti/

noun
Definition

The state of being inactive, sluggish, or lacking energy.


Example

After a long day at work, I often feel a sense of torpidity that makes it hard to do anything else.


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been feeling a bit of torpidity lately, like I just want to nap all day.
Sloth B
I get that; sometimes I struggle to find motivation too.
Sloth A
Yeah, it feels like my energy is just drained.
Sloth B
Maybe we should plan something fun to shake off that torpidity!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
lethargy
sluggishness
inactivity
Antonyms
activity
energy
vigor
Root Explanation

Torpidity → It is formed from "torpidus" (Latin, meaning sluggish or numb) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "torpidity" refers to the state of being sluggish or inactive.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for sluggishness, 'torpidus', to remember that 'torpidity' means a state of being sluggish or inactive.

Visually Confused Words
trepidity
torridity
tepidity
rapidity
intrepidity
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