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
retainto keep in possession or use
hardybold
headfirstwith the head foremost
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
wontaccustomed
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
arraignto call (a defendant) before a court to answer to an indictment : charge