doldrum

[ˈdəʊldrəm]

doldrum Definition

• 1. a state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or depression
• 2. a region of the ocean near the equator, characterized by calm or light winds

Using doldrum: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doldrum" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The economy is in a doldrum.

• Example

  The team has been in a doldrum since losing their star player.

• Example

  The company's sales have been in a doldrum for the past year.

• Example

  The ship was stuck in the doldrums for weeks.

doldrum Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for doldrum

• slump
• stagnation
• depression
• lull
• quietness

Antonyms for doldrum

• activity
• movement
• excitement

Phrases with doldrum

• beat the doldrums

  to overcome a period of inactivity or depression

  Example

  I decided to take up a new hobby to beat the doldrums.

• in the doldrums

  in a state of inactivity, stagnation, or depression

  Example

  The company's profits have been in the doldrums for the past year.

• doldrums of life

  a period of life where one feels stuck or stagnant

  Example

  After college, he found himself in the doldrums of life, unsure of what to do next.

Origins of doldrum

originated from the Old English word 'dol', meaning 'dull' and 'drēam', meaning 'noise'

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Summary: doldrum in Brief

'Doldrum' [ˈdəʊldrəm] refers to a state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or depression. It can also refer to a region of the ocean near the equator, characterized by calm or light winds. Examples include 'The economy is in a doldrum,' and 'The ship was stuck in the doldrums for weeks.' Phrases like 'beat the doldrums' suggest overcoming a period of inactivity or depression.