torpor

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/ˈtɔːpə(ɹ)/ English

Definitions

noun

A state of being inactive or stuporous.
A state of apathy or lethargy.
A state similar to hibernation characterised by energy-conserving, very deep sleep.

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Synonyms

languor lethargy sluggishness torpidity torpidness listlessness dormancy apathy coma inertia stuporousness stupefaction somnolence tardity inactiveness comatosity stagnancy

Associated

hibernation hibernate restlessness hummingbird arousal bouts conserve metabolic inactivity vigil burrow metabolism

Rhymes

warper core per crore per floor per four per more per or per ore per score per store per

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