Definitions and Examples of weak, feeble, listless
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking physical or mental strength; not strong.
Example
He was too weak to lift the heavy box.
Lacking physical or mental strength; weak.
Example
The old man's voice was feeble and hard to hear.
Lacking energy or enthusiasm; feeling lethargic or uninterested.
Example
After a long day at work, she felt listless and didn't want to do anything.
Key Differences: weak vs feeble vs listless
- 1Weak and feeble both describe a lack of physical or mental strength, but feeble implies a greater degree of weakness.
- 2Listless describes a lack of energy or enthusiasm, while weak and feeble describe a lack of physical or mental strength.
Effective Usage of weak, feeble, listless
- 1Physical Health: Use weak or feeble to describe someone's physical condition.
- 2Emotional State: Use listless to describe someone's emotional state or lack of enthusiasm.
- 3Comparisons: Use these antonyms to compare different levels of strength, energy, or enthusiasm.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of vigorous are weak, feeble, and listless. Use weak or feeble to describe someone's physical or mental strength, and listless to describe their lack of energy or enthusiasm. These words can be used to make comparisons and describe physical health or emotional states.
