: the state of being weary and restless through lack of interest
the boredom of a long car trip
Examples of boredom in a Sentence
On days when few customers came to shop, Bob felt overwhelmed by boredom.
the boredom of a long car trip
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Some people snack at night to cope with stress, boredom, or sadness.
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Johna Burdeos, Health, 8 Apr. 2025
Quotidian excursions to the post office or the bank can create valuable opportunities for boredom, too.
—The Learning Network, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Puzzle toys and long walks are just two ways to keep your pets happy and ward off boredom.
—Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2025
These men would have long periods of time being idle, and the contrast between boredom and peril is pretty extreme.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2025
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Johna Burdeos, Health, 8 Apr. 2025
Quotidian excursions to the post office or the bank can create valuable opportunities for boredom, too.
—The Learning Network, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2025
Puzzle toys and long walks are just two ways to keep your pets happy and ward off boredom.
—Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2025
These men would have long periods of time being idle, and the contrast between boredom and peril is pretty extreme.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for boredom
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“Boredom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boredom. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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boredom
noun
bore·dom
ˈbō(ə)rd-əm 
ˈbȯ(ə)rd-
: the state of being bored
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