deadness

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛdnəs/

Definition

A state of being lifeless, unresponsive, or lacking vitality and energy.

Examples

• The deadness in her eyes suggested she had stopped caring about the outcome.

• He felt a strange deadness in his limbs after sitting in the same position for hours.

• The room was filled with a heavy deadness that made conversation feel impossible.

Synonyms of deadness

Words with a similar meaning to deadness:

• dullness
• apathy
• inactivity
• torpor

Antonyms of deadness

Words with the opposite meaning to deadness:

• vitality
• liveliness

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary