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torpeza

[tor-PEH-zuh]
nounfemininepl: torpezas
torpor, sluggishness, lethargy
1. State of physical or mental sluggishness; lack of energy or vigor
The heat induced a torpeza in all the workers.
O calor induziu uma torpeza em todos os trabalhadores.
2. Numbness or insensitivity; apathy
His torpeza toward social issues was concerning.
Sua torpeza em relação aos problemas sociais era preocupante.
3. Dullness or lack of brightness; dimness
The torpeza of the old painting made it difficult to see the details.
A torpeza da pintura antiga dificultava a visualização dos detalhes.
Synonyms
apatialetargiainérciamorosidadeindiferençaembotamento
Antonyms
vivacidadeenergiavigordinamismoentusiasmoatividade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
torpeza
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
torpeza
Less commonly used; prefer letargia or apatia

Related Idioms & Phrases

cair em torpeza
estar em torpeza
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