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
rendto remove from place by violence : wrest
remissionthe act or process of remitting
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
metallurgicalthe science and technology of metals
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity