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acopic

|a-co-pic|

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/əˈkoʊpɪk/

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/əˈkəʊpɪk/

lacking energy

Etymology
Etymology Information

'acopic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akopos,' where 'a-' meant 'without' and 'kopos' meant 'labor or fatigue.'

Historical Evolution

'akopos' transformed into the English word 'acopic' through Latin influence.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without labor or fatigue,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking in energy or vigor.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking in energy or vigor; listless.

After the long meeting, she felt acopic and needed a break.

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Last updated: 2025/04/25 01:51