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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:

tedium fatigue lassitude weariness boredom listlessness melancholy dissatisfaction lethargy tiredness

Antonyms for ennui:

joy excitement peace peacefulness calm serenity equanimity harmony delectation action

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