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单词 boredom
释义

boredom

noun

bore·​dom ˈbȯr-dəm How to pronounce boredom (audio)
: the state of being weary and restless through lack of interest
the boredom of a long car trip

Synonyms

  • blahs
  • doldrums
  • ennui
  • listlessness
  • restlessness
  • tedium
  • weariness
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Example Sentences

On days when few customers came to shop, Bob felt overwhelmed by boredom. the boredom of a long car trip
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Word History

Etymology

bore entry 5 + -dom

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

boredom

noun

bore·​dom ˈbȯr-dəm How to pronounce boredom (audio)
: the state of being bored

boredom

noun

as in restlessness
the state of being bored she spent that whole meeting in a state of complete boredom, waiting for lunch

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • restlessness
  • blahs
  • weariness
  • ennui
  • tedium
  • melancholy
  • dullness
  • listlessness
  • lethargy
  • monotony
  • doldrums
  • joylessness
  • sameness
  • lifelessness
  • indifference
  • cheerlessness
  • apathy
  • torpidity
  • languor
  • torpor
  • lassitude
  • languidness
  • dulness
  • unconcern
  • dispiritedness
  • monotonousness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • fascination
  • excitement
  • stimulation
  • absorption
  • involvement
  • immersion
  • enchantment
  • amusement
  • engagement
  • engrossment
  • captivation
  • entertainment
  • beguilement
  • bewitchment
  • animation
  • relief
  • invigoration
  • diversion
  • enlivenment
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