Meaning & Definition of Doldrums in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A period of dullness or inactivity.

  Example Sentence: After the holiday season, the store fell into the doldrums with low sales.

• Definition: A region of the ocean near the equator characterized by calm winds.

  Example Sentence: Sailors often dreaded getting stuck in the doldrums where no wind would help them move.

Etymology

Origin: The term comes from the nautical term describing a light-wind area near the equator.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• in the doldrums: In a state of stagnation or depression.
• doldrums of inactivity: A phase marked by lack of movement or progress.

Translations

• Spanish: doldrums

• French: calme équatorial

• German: Doldren

• Russian: долдрому

Related Words

• slump: A sudden decrease or drop in activity or mood.

• depression: A state of low mood and aversion to activity.

Slang Meanings of doldrums

• Meaning: Feeling down or unmotivated.

  Example Sentence: I've been in the doldrums since the holidays ended.

• Meaning: A bored or uninspired state.

  Example Sentence: After finishing my project, I hit the doldrums.