From Middle English lystles, equivalent to list (“desire”) + -less. Compare German lustlos and Dutch lusteloos (“lethargic, listless”).

28 сент. 2017 г. · listless (adj.) "languid and unresponsive, slothful," mid-15c., from Middle English liste "pleasure, joy, delight" (see list (v.4)) + -less.

The word originates from the Middle English word liste which meant "desire" (and is related to our word lust).

9 нояб. 2017 г. · It comes from a meaning for "list" as a verb meaning to want or desire something, so "listless" is apathetic in the sense of not having any motivation.

The earliest known use of the adjective listless is in the Middle English period (1150—1500). OED's earliest evidence for listless is from around 1440 ...

The meaning of LISTLESS is characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit. How to use listless in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Listless.

Listless definition: having or showing little or no interest in anything; languid; spiritless; indifferent. See examples of LISTLESS used in a sentence.

​having no energy or enthusiasm synonym lethargic. The illness left her feeling listless and depressed. Word OriginMiddle English: from list 'to want' + -less.

OED's earliest evidence for listlessness is from 1646, in the writing of William Jenkyn, nonconformist minister. listlessness is formed within English, by ...

Someone who is listless has no energy or enthusiasm. He was listless and pale and wouldn't eat much. Synonyms: languid, sluggish, lifeless, lethargic.