Definition of "languor" in English

noun

1. (uncountable) A state of the body or mind caused by exhaustion or disease and characterized by a languid or weary feeling; lassitude; (countable) an instance of this.

   • languor of convalescence

2. (uncountable) Melancholy caused by lovesickness, sadness, etc.; (countable) an instance of this.

3. (uncountable) Dullness, sluggishness; lack of vigour; stagnation.

4. (uncountable) Listless indolence or inactivity, especially if enjoyable or relaxing; dreaminess; (countable) an instance of this.

5. (uncountable) Heavy humidity and stillness of the air.

6. (uncountable, obsolete) Sorrow; suffering; also, enfeebling disease or illness; (countable, obsolete) an instance of this.

verb

1. (intransitive) To languish.