From the given options, select the one which is similar in meaning to the given word
"Listless"
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Lethargic
Listless means having no energy or interest in anything, often because of illness or tiredness. Its synonym is lethargic.
Example: The heat made everyone feel listless.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Lively | full of life and energy, the opposite of listless | The class had a lively discussion on the film. |
| (2) Brisk | quick and active, again the opposite of listless | We went for a brisk walk before breakfast. |
| (3) Lethargic (answer) | sleepy, slow and lacking energy (both words describe a person without energy or enthusiasm) | He felt lethargic after the heavy lunch. |
| (4) Enthusiastic | showing great interest and eagerness (a listless person shows none, so it is an antonym) | The students were enthusiastic about the school trip. |
| Synonyms of listless: lethargic, sluggish, languid, lifeless Antonyms of listless: lively, brisk, enthusiastic, energetic Also asked in CUET (UG): listless – 23-05-2025 Slot 1, 18-08-2022 Slot 1, 10-08-2022 Slot 1 lethargic – 23-05-2025 Slot 1 |