slump

Meanings

• Noun

  A state of feeling sad, tired, or unmotivated, often described as a feeling of being in a rut or sinking into a depression.

  - "After a long week of work, John found himself in a slump and struggled to get motivated to exercise."
  - "The team was in a slump, losing game after game."

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Pronunciation

1. /slʌmp/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with slump
jump , rump , lump

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Variants

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slump , slumped , slumping , slumps

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'slump' is uncertain, but it may be related to the Old English word 'slumpen', meaning 'to sink' or 'to fall'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'slump' was first used in the English language in the late 19th century.

2. In geology, a 'slump' is a type of rockslide where the ground gives way beneath the weight of the overlying material, causing the material to collapse inward.

3. The term 'slump' has also been used in the context of economics to describe a sudden and sharp decline in economic activity.

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Related Concepts

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1. depression: A mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of energy. Depression is a more severe condition than a slump, and typically requires medical treatment.

2. rut: A routine or habit that has become unproductive or unfulfilling. A person in a rut may feel stuck and unable to make changes.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'slump' has been used to describe a state of emotional or mental stagnation, often in the context of sports or business. In music, there is a genre called 'slump jazz' which emerged in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by its slow, melancholic sound.

How to Memorize "slump"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person sitting in a chair, feeling heavy and unmotivated. Imagine their shoulders slumped and their head hanging low.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'slump' with the feeling of being stuck or unmotivated. Remember that it is a state of feeling down and unproductive.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sad and Lethargic Under Motivated Person' to remember the definition of 'slump'.

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