A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement. Mental weariness from lack of interest or boredom.
From French 'ennui,' meaning boredom or annoyance, from Old French 'enui' (annoyance), from 'ennuyer' (to annoy). The word carries a more sophisticated, existential quality than simple boredom.
Pronounced like 'on-WEE' - imagine saying 'on we go' but with no enthusiasm, just 'on... wee...' That's ennui! It's not just boredom; it's that sophisticated French tiredness where even interesting things feel blah.
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