doldrums UK /ˈdɒldɹəmz/US /ˈdɑldɹəmz/ noun[plural only]3 •Usually preceded by the: a state of apathy or lack of interest; a situation where one feels boredom, ennui, or tedium; a state of listlessness or malaise.I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn’t feel inspired. •Usually preceded by the: the state of a sailing ship when it is impeded by calms or light, baffling winds, and is unable to make progress.[F]rom the bluff-head, where I watched to-day, / I saw her in the doldrums; for the wind / Was light and baffling. — 1823 •Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.
