Languished Meaning in English
word · lemma: languish
Definition
To become weak or lose strength, energy, or success, often over a long period; can also mean to be left somewhere and not cared for, or to feel ignored and unhappy.
Usage & Nuances
More formal and literary; often used to describe people, ideas, or things that are neglected or suffering over time. Common in phrases like 'languished in prison' or 'the plan languished for years.' Not interchangeable with 'tired'—it conveys a sense of gradual fading or neglect.
Example Sentences
The plant languished without water for days.
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He languished in prison for ten years.
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The old house languished on the market for months.
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Their proposal languished on the manager's desk, never getting approved.
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After her friends moved away, she languished in loneliness.
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My motivation really languished during those long winter months.
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