boreism

/bɔːˈrɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being dull or uninteresting; tediousness.

“The professor’s lectures were a prime example of boreism, putting the students to sleep.”

2. noun

A tendency to cause or express boredom.

“His boreism was unbearable, and everyone in the room began to yawn.”

Synonyms

  • monotony
  • tedium

Antonyms

  • captivation
  • fascination