as in sleepy
slow to move or act
a big meal always makes me feel lethargic and sleepy
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of lethargic
The investigation began after a 4-month-old was taken to UPMC Washington after becoming unusually lethargic.
—
Shelley Bortz, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Even with dramatically better affordability, rebounds from the Great Recession’s troubles were lethargic.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
Levy’s boyfriend claimed that a few days before that Chanco was hiding in the closet, which was one of this normal hiding spots, but appeared lethargic but seemed fine a hour later.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Pets infected with salmonella can become lethargic and have diarrhea, vomiting, or decreased appetite.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for lethargic
Shelley Bortz, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Even with dramatically better affordability, rebounds from the Great Recession’s troubles were lethargic.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
Levy’s boyfriend claimed that a few days before that Chanco was hiding in the closet, which was one of this normal hiding spots, but appeared lethargic but seemed fine a hour later.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Pets infected with salmonella can become lethargic and have diarrhea, vomiting, or decreased appetite.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for lethargic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lethargic
Adjective
-
The neighborhood/area Located in the sleepy St James parish in the hills, the lively west coast towns of the island are a mere 10-minute drive, boasting beaches, bars, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
-
Flower Beds, Perennials, and Ornamentals Herbaceous perennials are likely still pretty sleepy, but fat buds, flowers, and even the start of leaves unfurling are all happening on woodier ornamentals.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
-
Hochheiser, who could not return to his condo due to a mold infestation, said one dull day melted into another at Villa Rosa III.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
-
Found Sound is a story about two kids, Felix and Marigold, and a seemingly dull summer vacation that’s upended when the kids find an old wooden box that says OPEN ME.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
While experts say the funds are beginning to make a difference, the sluggish pace of spending in some communities, from the wine country of Grand Traverse County to mid-Michigan's Eaton County, has frustrated some state leaders.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
-
Oklahoma City, which defeated the New York Knicks on Sunday night, looked sluggish against the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons, who were missing four of their five regular starters.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Lethargic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lethargic. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
