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withered; listless; slow
Meanings
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withered; dried up; drooping
Commonly used to describe plants, flowers, or vegetables that lack water.
The flowers have withered after not being watered for several days.
This spinach has been sitting too long and is already wilted.
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With the scorching sun overhead, the crops in the field look a bit wilted.
Don't leave the apples there; be careful they don't dry out.
Spray some water on your hair, otherwise it will go flat.
adjective
listless; drooping; low-spirited
Used to describe a person's mood or physical state when they are tired, sick, or discouraged.
He looks a bit listless today; is he sick?
After working overtime for three days straight, everyone is listless and drooping.
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After being criticized, he completely lost his spirit.
The sun is so harsh, it makes one feel listless and unwilling to move.
Don't just sit there moping; cheer up!
adjective
slow; sluggish; not snappy
dialectOften used to describe personality or style of doing things, commonly in northern dialects.
Don't let his sluggish look fool you; he's actually very efficient at getting things done.
He has a slow, mild temper and never loses his cool.
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Don't ask him to do this; he's too slow, it's frustrating.
Don't be so sluggish in your speech and actions; young people should be full of vitality.
He's usually a quiet, slow guy, but such people can surprise you.