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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

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Frequently asked questions

What does ennui mean?
the feeling of being bored by something tedious
What part of speech is ennui?
Ennui is a noun.

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