comatose

• 形容处于深度昏迷状态，常由疾病或创伤引起；也比喻极度迟钝、无精打采或漠不关心的人。

Describes a state of deep unconsciousness, often due to illness or injury; also used figuratively to describe someone who is extremely lethargic or unresponsive.

1. In a comaB2formalmedical

   In a state of deep and prolonged unconsciousness, unable to respond to external stimuli.

   昏迷的

   • The patient remained comatose for several weeks after the accident.
   • He was found comatose and rushed to the intensive care unit.
   • Doctors are monitoring the comatose patient's brain activity.

   同义词insensateinsensibleunconscious

   反义词alertawakeconsciouslucidresponsive

2. Extremely lethargic or inactiveB2informal

   In a state of extreme drowsiness, lethargy, or lack of energy; figuratively, being very slow to respond.

   昏昏沉沉的

   • After the heavy meal, I felt completely comatose on the couch.
   • The team's comatose performance in the second half cost them the game.
   • He was so tired from work that he was practically comatose by evening.

   同义词apatheticdormantinactiveinertlethargiclistlesspassivesluggishstagnanttorpid

   反义词activealertenergeticlivelyvivacious