Ennui Definition & Meaning

ennui
noun
  1. the feeling of being bored by something tedious

"Ennui" in song lyrics

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  • "'Bollywood Striptease' leaves a sense of ennui"
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Words that rhyme with ennui

Usage tips for "ennui"

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