English Synonym Finder

bore

Definitions

To make a hole in something, especially with a rotating tool.

To cause someone to feel weary and restless through dullness or lack of interest.

A person or thing that is tedious, uninteresting, or tiresome.

Examples

The long lecture began to bore the students after the first hour.

He managed to bore a hole through the thick wooden plank using a drill.

Synonyms

annoy bother tire weary jade pall irk

Antonyms

interest fascinate captivate entertain engage amuse excite