1. a state of inactivity, stagnation, or depression
Usage: usually used with ‘the’
2. a region near the equator characterized by calms, light winds, or squalls
Usage: nautical; usually used with ‘the’

Examples

• The economy has been in the doldrums for months.
• After the holidays, she fell into the doldrums.
• The company’s sales are stuck in the doldrums.
• His career hit the doldrums after the scandal.
• The sailing ship was trapped in the doldrums for weeks.
• Many businesses experience the doldrums during winter.
• The team needs to get out of the doldrums and start winning.