Synonyms for phlegm

Noun

1. emotionlessness, impassivity, impassiveness, phlegm, indifference, stolidity, unemotionality, apathy

usage: apathy demonstrated by an absence of emotional reactions

2. phlegm, sputum, mucus, mucous secretion, liquid body substance, bodily fluid, body fluid, humor, humour

usage: expectorated matter; saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages; in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause sluggishness

3. languor, lethargy, sluggishness, phlegm, inactiveness, inactivity, inertia

usage: inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy