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Doldrums

/ˈdɒldɹəmz/

A slothful or stupid person.

📖 Definitions of "Doldrums"

noun
  1. 1

    A slothful or stupid person.

noun
  1. 1

    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. 2

    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. 3

    (by extension) Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.

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