2syllables
doldrums
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Definitions ofdoldrums
1noun
- A slothful or stupid person.
Synonyms: dullard
1noun
- 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.
Synonyms: dumps
Example: "I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn’t feel inspired."
- 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.
- (by extension) Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.
Synonyms: calms, "intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ)"
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