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Torpid

Definition

(formal, literary) In a state of physical or mental inactivity; dormant or sluggish. Often used to describe animals in a state of hibernation or a person who is lethargic or apathetic.

Example Sentences

1The bear remained torpid throughout the winter, emerging only when the weather warmed up.
2After a few days of intense heat, the city became torpid, with people seeking shade and rest.
3The company's torpid response to the crisis was widely criticized by investors and analysts.
4The patient's torpid condition made it difficult for doctors to diagnose the underlying cause of her illness.
5The torpid atmosphere of the old mansion seemed to weigh heavily on the visitors, who couldn't wait to leave.

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