noun as in strong fondness

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boredom, tedium, ennui

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Example Sentences

Example:After a while, the conference became a bore, and the attendees felt bored.

Definition:The feeling of dissatisfaction or lack of interest resulting from the absence of something exciting or interesting, or from the need to remain in a place or situation that is dull or tedious.

From boredom

Example:The monotonous tasks caused tedium and lack of motivation among the workers.

Definition:A feeling of intense boredom or tediousness, especially when one is in a monotonous situation or environment.

From tedium

Example:A long, monotonous journey at sea can create a sense of ennui among the passengers.

Definition:A feeling of weary discontent or boredom that can be induced by the drone of endless routine or an uninteresting environment.

From ennui