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
realmkingdom
meretriciousof or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover