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In a languid manner, without force or effort, in a manner requiring little energy or exertion
“Icebergs would languidly crumble to nothing just outside the mouth of the harbour.”
In a weary or tired manner
In a weak, feeble or helpless manner
“The fever had left him weak and languid from pain and continued want of sleep.”
Adverb for indifferent, unconcerned or dispassionate in attitude or action
“He lit the pipe clumsily and began to smoke it in a languid attitude, an attitude that his occasional quick glances up the yard altogether belied.”
Adverb for lacking strength or will in one's character
“He wanted to make those languid politicians see that they were not worth the snap of the finger when the country was behind a real cause.”
Adverb for hanging or sagging downwards
Adverb for having the appearance of sickness or ill health
Adverb for feeling unhappy
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