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boredom Synonyms

Another word for boredom

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• noun (Context 1)

The state of feeling weary, restless, and dissatisfied due to a lack of interest or having nothing to do.

Usage Example

"During the long rainy afternoon, the children played board games to relieve their tedium."

Strongest
tedium
ennui
monotony
Strong
weariness
listlessness
dullness
lethargy
apathy
lassitude

Opposites of boredom

The opposite of boredom shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

excitement
interest
fascination
amusement
entertainment
enthusiasm
engagement
stimulation
See all opposites of boredom

• Nearby Words

boreal
bored
boredly
boredom
borehole
borer
boric

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Boredom. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/boredom
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