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hibernation vs torpidity

torpidity vs hibernation

hibernation and torpidity both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hibernation Yes No No No
torpidity Yes No No No
As nouns, torpidity is a hypernym of hibernation; that is, torpidity is a word with a broader meaning than hibernation:
  • hibernation: the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter
  • torpidity: a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility
Other hypernyms of hibernation include torpor.
hibernation (noun) torpidity (noun)
the act of retiring into inactivity inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy
the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility
cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals
Difference between hibernation and torpidity

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