sluggish
/ˈslʌɡɪʃ/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5918 in the learning path
行动迟缓的；无精打采的
Definitions
adj. moving or responding slowly, often from lack of energy
行动迟缓的；无精打采的
adj. growing or operating more slowly than expected
发展缓慢的；不景气的
Example
I felt sluggish after eating such a large lunch.
午饭吃得太多，我感觉懒洋洋的。
Sluggish economic growth can discourage investment and limit employment opportunities for recent university graduates.
经济增长乏力会抑制投资，并限制大学应届毕业生的就业机会。
Collocations
- feel sluggish
- sluggish growth
- sluggish response
Word family
- sluggishly (adv.)
- sluggishness (n.)
Synonyms
- slow
- lethargic
Antonyms
- energetic
- brisk
Usage tip
既形容人没精神，也形容经济或系统运转慢。
FAQ
- What does sluggish mean?
- moving or responding slowly, often from lack of energy growing or operating more slowly than expected
- How is sluggish pronounced?
- UK /ˈslʌɡɪʃ/, US /ˈslʌɡɪʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
