Definition

The feeling of being uninterested and tired because there is nothing to do.

Example

After sitting in the waiting room for an hour, I felt a deep sense of boredom.

Conversation

I feel a bit of boredom today; there’s nothing to do.

I know what you mean! It’s one of those lazy days.

Yeah, I wish we could find something fun to pass the time.

How about we watch a movie? That should help with the boredom!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boredom → It is formed from "bore" (from Old English "borian", meaning to pierce or drill) and the suffix "-dom" (meaning state or condition). The word "boredom" refers to the state of being bored, which originally relates to the feeling of being pierced by a lack of interest or engagement.

Memory Tip

Think of the feeling of being 'pierced' by a lack of interest — that's what 'boredom' means, the state of feeling bored.

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