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Wordabulary

bore

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To make someone feel tired and uninterested because something is dull.

"The long lecture bored most of the students within the first ten minutes."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

tire weary

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The long lecture _____ most of the students within the first ten minutes."

Answer: bore

In your own words, what does "bore" mean?

To make someone feel tired and uninterested because something is dull.

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