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inactivity vs lethargy

lethargy vs inactivity

inactivity and lethargy both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
inactivity Yes No No No
lethargy Yes No No No
As nouns, lethargy is a hyponym of inactivity; that is, lethargy is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than inactivity:
  • inactivity: a disposition to remain inactive or inert
  • lethargy: inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy
Other hyponyms of inactivity include flatness, languor, phlegm, sluggishness, restfulness, passiveness, passivity, indolence, laziness.
inactivity (noun) lethargy (noun)
being inactive; being less active weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy
a disposition to remain inactive or inert inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy
the state of being inactive a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness)
Difference between inactivity and lethargy

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