noun
- the state of being mentally or physically inactive; sluggishness or lethargy
- temporary loss of motion or feeling; numbness
Usage: medical
Examples
- The heat wave induced a general torpidity among the workers.
- After the large meal, he fell into a state of torpidity.
- The medication caused temporary torpidity in her limbs.
- Winter torpidity affects many animals during hibernation.
- His mental torpidity made it difficult to concentrate on the task.
- The snake’s torpidity in cold weather is a natural defense mechanism.