lethargically

IPA/ləˈθɑː.dʒɪk.li/
IPA/ləˈθɑːr.dʒɪk.li/

lethargically — adverb

1. doing something slowly and with very little energy, as if you are too tired or u

1.副詞B2
釋義

doing something slowly and with very little energy, as if you are too tired or uninterested to make much of an effort

例句

Hamza walked lethargically to the kitchen, still half-asleep after his long flight.

adverb of manner: walked lethargically

The cat moved lethargically in the afternoon heat, barely lifting its head.

同義詞
  • sluggishly

    emphasises slow speed of movement rather than lack of interest or energy

  • listlessly

    closer in meaning, with a stronger sense of aimlessness and low spirits

  • apathetically

    focuses on lack of interest or concern, not necessarily physical slowness

反義詞

文法句型

verb + lethargically

用法筆記

Commonly describes physical actions and gestures (moving, speaking, reacting) rather than cognitive processes. Often used with verbs of motion or bodily response.

常見錯誤

She lazily dragged herself to work.
She lethargically dragged herself to work.
💡'Lazily' implies a deliberate choice to avoid effort; 'lethargically' describes a state of low energy beyond the person's control.