How do you pronounce torpor?

torpor is pronounced as /ˈtɔːrpər/.

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torpor

🛌torpor

noun

/ˈtɔːrpər/

torpid torque

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Meaning

A state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy.

Example Sentences

The heat induced a state of torpor in the workers.

Example Expressions

sink into torpor

Synonyms

lethargy, inactivity, apathy, sluggishness

Antonyms

energy, alertness, activity

Collocations

state of torpor, sink into torpor, mental torpor, torpor induced

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