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English noun: torpidity

1. torpidity (state) a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility


SamplesHe fell into a deep torpor.


Synonymstorpor


Broader (hypernym)physical condition, physiological condition, physiological state


Narrower (hyponym)hibernation, lassitude, lethargy, sluggishness

2. torpidity (attribute) inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy


Synonymslistlessness, torpidness, torpor


Broader (hypernym)passiveness, passivity









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