Vegetate

usgb/ˈvedʒəteɪt/
verb

To live in a way that is very slow or inactive, often because of sadness or illness.

After his wife passed away, he simply vegetated in his apartment.
Visual representation of "vegetate" - To live in a way that is very slow or inactive, often because of sadness or illness
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Emotional State

Used to express a feeling of mental inactivity or low spirits.

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He's been vegetating at home since he lost his job.
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Lack of Progress

Indicates no advancement or personal development.

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Without new challenges, you might start to vegetate.
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Inactive Lifestyle

Describes a person who is not physically active, often by choice.

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Since retiring, my uncle prefers to vegetate on the couch.
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