listlessly
adjectiveHow many syllables in listlessly?
There are 3 syllables in the word listlessly.How to pronounce listlessly:
Definition of listlessly:
- listlessly (adjective):
- characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
Synonyms for listlessly:
casually
desultorily
halfheartedly
indolently
lackadaisically
languidly
lazily
sluggishly
tiredly
wearily
Antonyms for listlessly:
apace
briskly
fast
fleetly
full tilt
hastily
hectically
hurriedly
meteorically
quick
quickly
rapidly
snappily
speedily
swift
swiftly
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