Torpor

Definitions

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

Equivalents

Examples

“She knew that she was the cause of her husband's utter ruin; and she strung herself to bear⟳ the consequences. The reproaches which agony extorted; or worse, cureless, uncomplaining depression, when his mind⟳ was sunk in a torpor, not the less painful because it was silent and moveless.”

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