Torpid and Vigorous

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Torpid adjective - Slow to move or act.

Usage example: a torpid sloth that refused to budge off its tree branch

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Vigorous is an antonym for torpid.

Nearby Words: torpor, torpidity, torpidly

Vigorous adjective - Having active strength of body or mind.

Usage example: he remains healthy and vigorous despite being over 80 years old

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Torpid is an antonym for vigorous.

Nearby Words: vigor, vigour, vigorously

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