Tediousness: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when referring to something that requires a lot of time and effort, often causing fatigue or frustration.

• The tediousness of the paperwork made the task nearly unbearable.
• She was overwhelmed by the tediousness of the repetitive tasks.

This word is appropriate when describing a state of being uninterested or having nothing to do.

• He was filled with boredom during the long lecture.
• The constant rain led to days of boredom indoors.

This word is best used when referring to a repetitive and unchanging situation that can lead to boredom.

• The monotony of the daily commute was starting to get to her.
• His job was filled with monotony, doing the same thing over and over again.

Use this word to describe something that lacks excitement or is not interesting. It can also refer to the lack of brightness or sharpness.

• The dullness of the conversation made him want to leave.
• The dullness of the knife made it difficult to cut the vegetables.