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
perforateto make a hole through
conundruman intricate and difficult problem
exorbitantnot coming within the scope of the law
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asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
leerysuspicious
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
encompassinclude
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody