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doldrums

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Meaning

  1. noun Usually preceded by the: a state of apathy or lack of interest; a situation where one feels boredom, ennui, or tedium; a state of listlessness or malaise.
    I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn’t feel inspired.
  2. noun Usually preceded by the: the state of a sailing ship when it is impeded by calms or light, baffling winds, and is unable to make progress.
  3. noun Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.
  4. noun plural of doldrum (“slothful or stupid person”)

Similar words

stagnation stagnancy the doldrums sluggishness difficulties slowdown slump downturn depression recession

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