moribund
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9.1
- adjective
- /ˈmɔːrɪbʌnd/
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moribundo
- The factory had become moribund after years of neglect, showing no signs of production.
- moribund economy
- moribund institution
- moribund peace
But for all intents and purposes, it became moribund.
- But for all intents and purposes, it became moribund.
Examples
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Yet given the stakes, a serious, good-faith effort at reviving the moribund diplomatic track is necessary.
Academic text (2011) -
After years of poor management, the community center was nearly moribund, with only a few members left.
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The real problem is that their sex life is... well, for want of a better word, moribund.
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Rolls along one of the moribund streets of the Old Town.
Fiction book (1991) -
In my opinion, they are the last refuge of a moribund imagination.
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With his announcement, Street ignited a very public fight with the usually moribund business leadership.
Academic text (2002) -
Politics has thus become moribund; no longer does it arouse serious public controversy.
Academic text (1991) -
The few birds seen anywhere were moribund; they trembled violently and could not fly.
Fiction book (2001) -
Throughout the continent, independent political and social forces have emerged to challenge moribund regimes of many varieties.
Academic text (1992) -
Tens of thousands of Chinese companies now operate throughout the developing world, often rejuvenating previously moribund economies with their investments.
Academic text (2010)
Synonyms
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1.0
Still and quiet, without movement or life, like water
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4.8
Not moving or changing and showing little activity
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4.4
Too harsh for plants or animals to survive there
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2.3
Not moving and not showing much physical or mental energy
Having little energy or feeling and seeming lifeless
Antonyms
Compounds
How Alive
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word moribund comes from the Latin verb mori, meaning 'to die', and is related to the common English word mortal. So when something is moribund today, like a town or a product line, it is near the end and shows no signs of life or growth.