Listless — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈlist-ləs/ list·less

Meaning & Definition of Listless

Listless (adjective)

  1. characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit

Listless (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lacking bodily energy or motivation

    "when I had the flu, I felt listless and worn-out"

    similar: enervated, lackadaisical, languid, languishing, languorous, limp, spiritless
    related: indolent, lazy, slothful, dull, lethargic, logy, sleepy, sluggish, torpid, exhausted, knackered (British), tired, weary, feeble, frail, weak, apathetic, impassive, indifferent, phlegmatic, stolid, careless, heedless, thoughtless, unwary, inactive, inert
    opposite: ambitious, animated, energetic, enterprising, motivated
    near: active, dynamic, industrious, kinetic, avid, eager, enthusiastic, keen, lively, pumped, vivacious, cheerful, chipper, perky, up, agog, alert, awake, dapper, open-eyed, sleepless, vigilant, watchful, wide-awake

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Listless

The most common words with a similar meaning to Listless:

enervated, lackadaisical, languid, languishing, languorous, limp, spiritless

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Listless

Words with the opposite meaning of Listless:

ambitious, animated, energetic, enterprising, motivated

Related Words for Listless

indolent, lazy, slothful, dull, lethargic, logy, sleepy, sluggish, torpid, exhausted, knackered, tired, weary, feeble, frail, weak, apathetic, impassive, indifferent, phlegmatic, stolid, careless, heedless, thoughtless, unwary, inactive, inert

Near Antonyms of Listless

active, dynamic, industrious, kinetic, avid, eager, enthusiastic, keen, lively, pumped, vivacious, cheerful, chipper, perky, up, agog, alert, awake, dapper, open-eyed, sleepless, vigilant, watchful, wide-awake

Word Forms of Listless

Derived words: listlessly (adverb), listlessness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Listless

Middle English listles, from list:2

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Listless

What does "Listless" mean?

"Listless" means characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit. As an adjective, it is defined as: characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit.

What is another word for "Listless"?

Other words for "Listless" include enervated, lackadaisical, languid, languishing, languorous, limp and spiritless. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Listless" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Listless"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Listless". Common alternatives include enervated, lackadaisical, languid, languishing, languorous, limp and spiritless.

What is the opposite of "Listless"?

Antonyms of "Listless" include ambitious, animated, energetic, enterprising and motivated. Near antonyms include active, dynamic, industrious and kinetic.

How do you use "Listless" in a sentence?

Examples of "Listless" in a sentence: "when I had the flu, I felt listless and worn-out".

Is "Listless" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Listless" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Listless"?

"Listless" is pronounced /ˈlist-ləs/ and divided into syllables as list·less.

What is the origin of the word "Listless"?

"Listless" comes from Middle English listles, from list:2. First known use: 15th century.