GRE Word List

DOLDRUMS

a spell of listlessness or despondency

The meaning of the word doldrums is a spell of listlessness or despondency.

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WordMeaning
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
founderone that founds or establishes
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
dawdleto spend time idly
providencedivine guidance or care
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
blemishto spoil by a flaw
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer