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lethargic - Lacking energy and not wanting to do anything

Alan's depression made him lethargic, and his lethargy made him depressed.

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dissipate - To cause something to become weaker until it gradually disappears

Because of his uncontrollable temper, Max dissipated whatever goodwill there had been in the marriage.

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deplete - To reduce something by a large amount so that there is not enough left, such as resources or money

By the end of the marathon run, Bill felt that his energy was totally depleted, and he could barely walk.

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lackluster - Lacking in vitality, force, or conviction; uninspired or uninspiring

Ben finally realized he was a lackluster speaker when his coworkers were falling asleep during his presentation.

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impressionable - Easily influenced by somebody or something, usually due to being inexperienced or naïve.

Because children tend to be very impressionable, their use of the internet should be monitored, so that they are kept away form undesirble influences.

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tepid - Lacking in heat, strength, or enthusiasm.

The singer's poor performance was met with a tepid reaction from the audience.

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crumble - Break or fall apart into small fragments, especially over a period of time as part of a process of deterioration

Boulders very gradually crumble into small rocks over millions of years as part of a slow natural process.

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wane - To become weaker in strength or influence

After the automobile was invented, the era of the horse and buggy on the streets and roads began to wane

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shanty - A small, crudely built shack

Emily lived in a poor village, and would often wander the streets before returning to her small shanty.

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brittle - Hard but liable to break or shatter easily

Glass is usually brittle and can break apart despite its strong appearance.

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fleeting - Lasting for a very short time

Life is fleeting, so we have to make sure our time on Earth is well-spent and meaningful.

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stalemate - A deadlock or standoff where neither side can win or gain an advantage.

The negotiations ended in a stalemate, with neither side willing to compromise.