HyperDic: torpor

English > 2 senses of the word torpor:
NOUNstatetorpor, torpiditya state of motor and mental inactivity / inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility
attributetorpor, listlessness, torpidity, torpidnessinactivity / inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy
torpor > pronunciation
Soundstao'rper
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English > torpor: 2 senses > noun 1, state
MeaningA state of motor and mental inactivity / inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility.
Example"he fell into a deep torpor"
Synonymtorpidity
NarrowerhibernationThe torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter
lethargy, lassitude, sluggishnessA state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)
Broaderphysical condition, physiological state, physiological conditionThe condition or state of the body or bodily functions
Spanishletargo, torpeza, torpor
Catalantorpor
English > torpor: 2 senses > noun 2, attribute
Meaninginactivity / inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy.
Synonymslistlessness, torpidity, torpidness
Broaderpassivity, passivenessThe trait of remaining inactive

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