Torpid (adjective)

  1. In a state of physical or mental inactivity; sluggish and lethargic.
  2. Lacking energy, enthusiasm or alertness; inert.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin torpidus "numb, sluggish", from torpere "be numb". .

Examples:

  1. The snake was torpid, and barely moved when I picked it up.
  2. After lunch, I felt torpid and could hardly keep my eyes open.
  3. The torpid economy has made it difficult for businesses to grow.
  4. Torpid means in a state of physical or mental inactivity; sluggish and lethargic.
  5. His mind was torpid with fatigue, and he could hardly think straight.
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