ennui

noun

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There are 2 syllables in the word ennui.

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Definition of ennui:

ennui (noun):: the feeling of being bored by something tedious.; a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction boredom; boredom and dissatisfaction resulting from lack of activity or excitement

Synonyms for ennui:

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boredom

dissatisfaction

fatigue

lassitude

lethargy

listlessness

melancholy

restlessness

tedium

the doldrums

tiredness

weariness

Antonyms for ennui:

action

activeness

activity

animation

busyness

calm

calmness

cheer

cheerfulness

comfort

complacency

composure

content

contentedness

contentment

delectation

delight

ease

energy

enjoyment

enthusiasm

equanimity

excitement

fulfillment

fulfilment

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