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/ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪd/ · lan·gid
adjective
  1. Lacking enthusiasm, energy, or strength; drooping or flagging from weakness, fatigue, or lack of energy The languid pace of the movie made it hard to stay awake.
  2. Heavy; dull; dragging; wanting spirit or animation; listless; apathetic The languid atmosphere of the room made everyone feel lethargic.
Did you know? The word 'languid' has been used to describe the style of the 19th-century French painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, known for his dreamy and languid depictions of everyday life.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 14, 2026