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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|---|---|
| furor | an angry or maniacal fit : rage |
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| ordinance | an authoritative decree or direction : order |
| amorous | strongly moved by love and especially sexual love |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| hypochondriac | hypochondriacal |
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