sluggish

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slug·gish / ˈsləgish/ • adj. slow-moving or inactive: a sluggish stream. ∎  lacking energy or alertness: Alex woke late feeling tired and sluggish. ∎  slow to respond or make progress: the car had been sluggish all morning.DERIVATIVES: slug·gish·ly adv.slug·gish·ness n.

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