listless

[ list-lis ]
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adjective
  1. having or showing little or no interest in anything; languid; spiritless; indifferent: a listless mood;a listless handshake.

Origin of listless

1
First recorded in 1400–50, listless is from the late Middle English word lystles. See list4, -less

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Other words from listless

  • list·less·ly, adverb
  • list·less·ness, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for listless

listless

/ (ˈlɪstlɪs) /


adjective
  1. disinclined for any effort or exertion; lacking vigour, enthusiasm, or energy

Origin of listless

1
C15: from list desire + -less

Derived forms of listless

  • listlessly, adverb
  • listlessness, noun

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