Torpor (N)
Pronunciation: TOR-por
Word Meaning:
Torpor refers to a state of physical or mental inactivity, lethargy, or sluggishness, often resulting from lack of stimulation or motivation.
Uses in Sentence:
- After a heavy meal, he fell into a state of torpor, unable to move from the couch.
- The economic recession led to a period of torpor in the housing market, with very few sales.
Synonyms:
- Lethargy, inertia, sluggishness, apathy, dullness
- Stupor, drowsiness, sloth, laziness, ennui
Antonyms:
- Activity, alertness, vigor, energy, vitality
- Awareness, wakefulness, stimulation, motivation, enthusiasm
Word Meaning in Hindi:
सुस्ती (Susti), अकार्यक्षमता (Akaryakshamata), मंदता (Mandata)
Word uses in Hindi:
- एक भारी भोजन के बाद, वह सोफ़े से हिलने में असमर्थ होकर सुस्ती की स्थिति में गिरा। (After a heavy meal, he fell into a state of torpor, unable to move from the couch.)
- आर्थिक मंदी ने आवास बाजार में अविरलता की एक अवधि के लिए ले जाने का कारण बनाया, जिसमें बहुत कम बिक्री होती थी। (The economic recession led to a period of torpor in the housing market, with very few sales.)