HyperDic: torpidity

English > 2 senses of the word torpidity:
NOUNstatetorpidity, torpora state of motor and mental inactivity / inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility
attributetorpidity, listlessness, torpidness, torporinactivity / inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy
English > torpidity: 2 senses > noun 1, state
MeaningA state of motor and mental inactivity / inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility.
Synonymtorpor
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
Adjectivestorpidslow and apathetic / apathetic
English > torpidity: 2 senses > noun 2, attribute
Meaninginactivity / inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy.
Synonymslistlessness, torpidness, torpor
Broaderpassivity, passivenessThe trait of remaining inactive
Adjectivestorpidin a condition of biological rest or suspended animation

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