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languid

UK/'læŋgwid/US
IELTSTOEFLGREC2

Definitions

adj.

Lacking energy, enthusiasm, or vitality; slow and relaxed in movement or manner.

无精打采的,倦怠的,懒洋洋的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
languroot
+
idhaving the quality of
=languid

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The languid afternoon heat made everyone move slowly and rest under shade trees.

  • 2.

    She gave a languid wave to the departing ship with little enthusiasm.

  • 3.

    The dancer moved with languid grace, flowing elegantly across the stage.

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