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Lethargic

usgb/ləˈθɑːrdʒɪk/Volume
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Physical Exhaustion

Use 'lethargic' when describing someone physically drained, like after intense exercise or a long day.

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After climbing the mountain, she felt lethargic and couldn't walk another step.
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Emotional State

'Lethargic' can reflect a temporary mood due to factors such as heat or boredom.

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The scorching sun made the travelers lethargic and unenthusiastic about the tour.
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Avoid Negative Impression

Calling someone 'lethargic' implies laziness, so use it cautiously to avoid offense.

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His lethargic attitude during the workshop was mistakenly taken as disinterest.
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