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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indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
summationthe act or process of forming a sum : addition
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mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
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