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B2 adjective #1,500 가장 일반적인 11분 분량

boring

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At the A1 level, 'boring' is one of the first adjectives you learn to describe things you don't like. It is the opposite of 'fun' or 'interesting.' You use it for simple sentences like 'The book is boring' or 'The movie is boring.' At this stage, you don't need to worry about complex synonyms. Just remember that 'boring' describes the thing, not you. If you say 'I am boring,' people will think you are a person who is not fun. If you want to say you have nothing to do, you should say 'I am bored.' But for now, focus on using 'boring' to talk about school, homework, and TV shows. It is a very useful word for expressing your opinion simply. You can also use 'very' to make it stronger: 'This game is very boring.'

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At the A2 level, you can start using 'boring' in more varied sentence structures. You might use it with 'because' to explain your feelings: 'I don't like this job because it is boring.' You also learn to use it to describe people's personalities or routines. You should be careful to distinguish between 'boring' and 'bored' more consistently now. You can also start using 'a bit' or 'quite' to modify it: 'The party was quite boring.' At this level, you are beginning to understand that 'boring' is a subjective opinion. What is boring for you might be interesting for someone else. You can also use it in the comparative form: 'This film is more boring than the last one.'

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At the B1 level, you should be comfortable using 'boring' in most everyday situations. You understand that it's a participial adjective and can use it correctly without confusing it with 'bored.' You can use it to describe abstract concepts like 'a boring conversation' or 'a boring lifestyle.' You are also ready to learn some common collocations, such as 'boring routine' or 'dead boring.' At this stage, you might start to feel that 'boring' is a bit too simple for every situation and begin looking for synonyms like 'dull' or 'uninteresting.' You can use 'boring' in more complex sentences, such as 'I found the lecture so boring that I couldn't help but yawn.'

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At the B2 level, you use 'boring' with precision and are aware of its impact. You know that calling someone 'boring' is a strong social critique. You can use a wider range of intensifiers like 'utterly,' 'incredibly,' or 'mind-numbingly.' You are also aware of the noun form 'boredom' and the verb 'to bore.' You can use 'boring' in professional contexts but know when to use more formal alternatives like 'tedious' or 'monotonous.' You understand the nuance of the word in different registers—for example, how it's used in a movie review versus a casual chat. You can also use it in idiomatic expressions and understand when someone is using it sarcastically.

At the C1 level, 'boring' is often replaced by more sophisticated vocabulary, but you still use it for emphasis or in specific idiomatic contexts. You understand the subtle differences between 'boring,' 'prosaic,' 'banal,' and 'insipid.' You can analyze why something is boring in detail, using the word as a starting point for deeper criticism. You are aware of the cultural implications of boredom and can discuss the 'aesthetics of the boring' in art or literature. You use the word fluently in complex grammatical structures, such as 'Seldom have I encountered a more boring protagonist.' You also recognize when 'boring' is used as a stylistic choice in modern writing.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'boring' and its entire semantic field. You can use it with subtle irony or to make a profound point about the nature of modern existence. You might use it to describe the 'banality of evil' or the 'ennui' of the upper classes. You understand how the word has evolved and its place in the history of the English language. You can switch between 'boring' and its most obscure synonyms (like 'jejune' or 'soporific') effortlessly, depending on the audience and purpose. You are also able to use the word in creative ways, perhaps personifying boredom or using it to create a specific atmosphere in your own writing.

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Boring describes things that are not interesting or exciting.
It is different from 'bored,' which describes how a person feels.
Common synonyms include dull, tedious, monotonous, and uninteresting.
It is used for movies, books, jobs, and even people's personalities.

The word boring is a fundamental adjective in the English language used to describe anything that fails to capture interest, lacks excitement, or feels repetitive to the point of causing weariness. While it is often one of the first words learners acquire to express dissatisfaction, its application ranges from simple physical objects to complex intellectual concepts. At its core, 'boring' signifies a lack of stimulation. When we call a movie boring, we are stating that the narrative arc, the characters, or the visual presentation did not provide enough mental engagement to keep us focused. This state of being 'boring' is subjective; what one person finds tedious, another might find meditative or calming. However, in general communication, it carries a negative connotation of being uninspired or dull.

Core Concept: The absence of novelty or emotional resonance in an experience or object.

The long lecture on ancient tax laws was incredibly boring, and half the class fell asleep.

In psychological terms, something boring fails to trigger the dopamine response associated with discovery or challenge. It is the 'white noise' of experiences. It often involves a high degree of predictability. If you know exactly what will happen next in a story, the story becomes boring. If a task requires no thought and offers no reward, it is boring. This is why repetitive labor is frequently described this way. The word acts as a bridge between the external world (the stimulus) and our internal state (boredom). It is important to distinguish that 'boring' describes the thing itself, whereas 'bored' describes the person experiencing the feeling.

Synonymic Range: Words like 'tedious' imply a length of time, while 'dull' implies a lack of brightness or sharpness in interest.

I found the grey architecture of the city quite boring compared to the vibrant colors of the countryside.

Culturally, the perception of what is boring has shifted with the digital age. With constant access to high-intensity entertainment, our threshold for what we consider 'boring' has lowered. Activities that were once considered standard leisure, like sitting quietly or reading a long book, are now frequently labeled as boring by younger generations. This reflects a change in the collective attention span rather than a change in the activities themselves. To call something boring is often a critique of its pace. In modern storytelling, a 'slow burn' is a positive term for something that might have been called boring in a different context, showing how the word's application depends heavily on the audience's expectations.

Waiting for the bus in the rain is the most boring part of my day.

Usage in Criticism: In professional reviews, 'boring' is a harsh criticism because it suggests the creator failed to justify the audience's time.

The protagonist was so one-dimensional that his entire journey felt boring.

He is a nice guy, but his stories are so boring that I try to avoid him at parties.

Using 'boring' correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical role as a participial adjective derived from the verb 'to bore.' Its primary function is to modify nouns, either as an attributive adjective (the boring book) or a predicative adjective (the book is boring). One of the most common hurdles for English learners is the distinction between 'boring' and 'bored.' Remember: the -ing ending describes the cause, and the -ed ending describes the feeling. If a teacher is boring, the students are bored. If you say 'I am boring,' you are telling people that you are an uninteresting person, which is likely not what you mean!

Adjective Placement: Can be used before a noun (a boring job) or after a linking verb (this job is boring).

I couldn't finish the boring documentary about paperclips.

To add nuance to your descriptions, you can use intensifiers. 'Extremely boring,' 'utterly boring,' or 'dead boring' (informal) help convey the depth of the tedium. Conversely, you can soften the blow with 'a bit boring' or 'somewhat boring.' In professional contexts, 'boring' can sometimes be too blunt. Instead of saying a meeting was boring, one might say it was 'not particularly engaging' or 'could have been more concise.' However, in casual conversation, 'boring' is the go-to word for anything from a rainy afternoon to a repetitive video game level.

Common Collocations: 'Boring routine', 'boring task', 'boring person', 'mind-numbingly boring'.

The commute is the most boring part of my daily routine.

When describing people, 'boring' is a significant social label. A 'boring person' is someone who lacks hobbies, speaks only of mundane topics, or fails to show emotion. It is a subjective judgment, but in English-speaking cultures, being called boring is often seen as a character flaw, as there is a high value placed on being 'interesting' or 'dynamic.' In creative writing, 'boring' is often avoided in favor of more descriptive language that shows why something is boring. Instead of saying 'The room was boring,' a writer might describe the 'drab beige walls and the rhythmic, soul-crushing ticking of the clock.'

Don't be so boring; come out to the club with us tonight!

Comparative and Superlative: More boring, most boring. (e.g., 'This is the most boring book I have ever read.')

Is there anything more boring than watching paint dry?

The first half of the match was boring, but the second half was electric.

'Boring' is ubiquitous in English-speaking environments. You will hear it in schools, where students lament 'boring' subjects like history or math (depending on their interests). You will hear it in the workplace, where employees discuss 'boring' meetings or 'boring' administrative tasks. It is a staple of social media commentary; if a celebrity posts a photo that lacks flair, the comments may simply read 'boring.' In the world of entertainment, critics use it as a lethal weapon. A 'boring' film is a box-office failure in the making. It is also common in domestic life, often used by children complaining to parents: 'I'm bored, this game is boring!'

Academic Settings: Used by students to describe lectures that lack interaction or visual aids.

That professor's voice is so monotone; it makes even the most exciting topics boring.

In pop culture, the word is often used to dismiss something as 'mainstream' or 'unoriginal.' In fashion, a 'boring' outfit is one that follows all the rules and takes no risks. In music, a 'boring' beat is one that is repetitive without being hypnotic. Interestingly, there is a growing 'slow living' movement that embraces what others might call boring—finding peace in the mundane. You might hear people say, 'I want a boring life,' meaning a life free from drama, stress, and constant upheaval. This is a rare positive spin on the word, emphasizing stability over excitement.

Professional Contexts: Used in performance reviews to describe a lack of initiative or creativity in work output.

The marketing campaign was a bit boring; we need something that pops.

In news and journalism, 'boring' is often used to describe political processes or economic reports that are necessary but unexciting to the general public. A 'boring' budget is often a good thing for the economy, as it implies no radical or frightening changes. In travel, 'boring' might describe a town with no nightlife or a landscape that is flat and unchanging for miles. However, travel writers often try to find the 'hidden gems' in these 'boring' places, suggesting that boredom is merely a lack of looking closely enough.

The drive through the desert was boring until we saw the oasis.

Social Media Usage: Used as a quick, often dismissive comment on content that fails to go viral.

Her latest vlog was so boring; she just talked about her breakfast for twenty minutes.

The museum was boring for the kids, so we went to the park instead.

The most frequent mistake made with 'boring' is the confusion with 'bored.' This is a classic 'participial adjective' error. English has many pairs like this: interesting/interested, exciting/excited, tiring/tired. The rule is simple: the -ing form describes the characteristic of a person, thing, or situation. The -ed form describes the feeling or emotion of a person. If you say 'I am boring,' you are describing your personality as uninteresting. If you say 'I am bored,' you are describing how you feel right now because of your surroundings.

The 'Ing' vs 'Ed' Rule: Ing = The Cause. Ed = The Result.

Incorrect: I am boring in this class. (Correct: I am bored in this class.)

Another mistake is overusing 'boring' when a more specific word would be better. Because 'boring' is a general word, it can lack impact. If a task is boring because it is repetitive, 'monotonous' is a better choice. If a book is boring because it is too long and slow, 'tedious' or 'prolix' might be more accurate. Using 'boring' for everything makes your vocabulary seem limited. Additionally, be careful with the word 'bore.' While 'boring' is an adjective, 'bore' can be a verb ('This movie bores me') or a noun ('He is such a bore'). Learners often mix these up, saying 'He is a boring' instead of 'He is boring' or 'He is a bore.'

Word Class Errors: Confusing the adjective 'boring' with the noun 'boredom'.

Incorrect: The boring of the movie made me sleep. (Correct: The boredom of the movie... or The boring movie...)

Finally, there is the issue of intensity. Learners often use 'very boring' for everything. While grammatically correct, English has rich idioms and adverbs to express extreme boredom. 'Boring as hell' (informal), 'mind-numbing,' or 'dull as dishwater' are much more descriptive. Also, avoid using 'boring' to describe people to their faces unless you intend to be insulting. It is a very personal critique. If you find someone's conversation uninteresting, it is more polite to say 'I'm not really into this topic' than 'You are boring.'

Is it boring to you? (Better: Do you find this uninteresting?)

Pronunciation Pitfall: Don't over-emphasize the 'g' at the end; it should be a soft 'ng' sound.

He told a boring story about his cat.

The boring routine of office life can be soul-crushing.

While 'boring' is the most common word for a lack of interest, English offers a variety of synonyms that provide more specific shades of meaning. Understanding these can greatly enhance your descriptive abilities. Dull is perhaps the closest synonym, often used for things that lack brightness, excitement, or intelligence. A 'dull' person is someone who isn't very sharp or interesting. Tedious implies that something is boring because it is long, slow, or requires a lot of effort. A 'tedious' task is one that you dislike because it takes forever to complete.

Boring vs. Tedious: Boring is general; tedious implies a wearisome length or repetitive nature.

Filling out tax forms is tedious, but watching the news can be boring.

Monotonous comes from 'mono' (one) and 'tone.' It describes something that is boring because it never changes—like a voice that stays at the same pitch or a job where you do the exact same thing every minute. Humdrum is a great word for the boring, routine aspects of daily life. It suggests a lack of variety or adventure. Uninspiring is used when something fails to move you or give you new ideas. A 'boring' speech might also be 'uninspiring' if it doesn't motivate the audience.

Boring vs. Mundane: Mundane refers to ordinary, everyday things which might be boring because they are so common.

He escaped his humdrum existence by traveling the world.

On the more academic or formal side, we have prosaic and insipid. 'Prosaic' describes something that is matter-of-fact and lacks imagination (like prose compared to poetry). 'Insipid' is often used for food that has no flavor, but it can also describe a 'boring' personality or a 'boring' conversation that lacks 'spice' or character. Finally, banal describes something that is boring because it is so obvious and unoriginal that it has become predictable and trite.

The pop song had such banal lyrics that I turned it off immediately.

Comparison Table: Boring: General | Dull: Lacks interest/light | Tedious: Long/Hard | Monotonous: Repetitive sound/action.

The insipid conversation at the gala made her want to leave early.

The textbook was incredibly dry and difficult to get through.

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Participial Adjectives (-ing vs -ed)

Adjective Order

Intensifiers

Linking Verbs

Gerunds as Subjects

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This book is boring.

Ce livre est ennuyeux.

Subject + is + adjective.

The movie is very boring.

Le film est très ennuyeux.

Use 'very' to intensify.

School is boring today.

L'école est ennuyeuse aujourd'hui.

Adjective describing a place/activity.

I think this game is boring.

Je pense que ce jeu est ennuyeux.

Expressing an opinion.

It is a boring day.

C'est une journée ennuyeuse.

Adjective before a noun.

The long walk was boring.

La longue marche était ennuyeuse.

Past tense 'was'.

Is the lesson boring?

La leçon est-elle ennuyeuse ?

Question form.

My homework is boring.

Mes devoirs sont ennuyeux.

Plural subject with 'is' (homework is uncountable).

I don't like this music; it's boring.

Je n'aime pas cette musique ; c'est ennuyeux.

Using a semicolon to join ideas.

He is a boring person.

C'est une personne ennuyeuse.

Describing personality.

The party was a bit boring at first.

La fête était un peu ennuyeuse au début.

Using 'a bit' to soften the adjective.

I find history very boring.

Je trouve l'histoire très ennuyeuse.

Verb 'find' + object + adjective.

Waiting for the bus is boring.

Attendre le bus est ennuyeux.

Gerund as a subject.

This is the most boring town in the world.

C'est la ville la plus ennuyeuse du monde.

Superlative 'the most boring'.

I had a boring weekend at home.

J'ai passé un week-end ennuyeux à la maison.

Adjective modifying 'weekend'.

Why is this show so boring?

Pourquoi cette émission est-elle si ennuyeuse ?

Question with 'so'.

I fell asleep because the lecture was so boring.

Je m'suis endormi parce que la conférence était tellement ennuyeuse.

Cause and effect with 'because'.

She has a very boring daily routine.

Elle a une routine quotidienne très ennuyeuse.

Collocation: 'boring routine'.

The documentary was boring, but the ending was good.

Le documentaire était ennuyeux, mais la fin était bonne.

Contrast with 'but'.

I'm tired of this boring job.

J'en ai assez de ce travail ennuyeux.

Preposition 'of' followed by adjective + noun.

The flight was long and boring.

Le vol a été long et ennuyeux.

Coordinating adjectives.

It was a boring meeting that lasted three hours.

C'était une réunion ennuyeuse qui a duré trois heures.

Relative clause 'that lasted'.

I don't want to live a boring life.

Je ne veux pas mener une vie ennuyeuse.

Infinitive 'to live'.

The museum was boring for the children.

Le musée était ennuyeux pour les enfants.

Prepositional phrase 'for the children'.

The plot of the novel was predictable and boring.

L'intrigue du roman était prévisible et ennuyeuse.

Using 'predictable' to explain 'boring'.

I found his speech incredibly boring.

J'ai trouvé son discours incroyablement ennuyeux.

Adverb 'incredibly' as an intensifier.

Working in a factory can be mind-numbingly boring.

Travailler dans une usine peut être d'un ennui mortel.

Compound adverb 'mind-numbingly'.

She complained about the boring landscape during the drive.

Elle s'est plainte du paysage ennuyeux pendant le trajet.

Verb 'complain about'.

The presentation was boring, to say the least.

La présentation était ennuyeuse, c'est le moins qu'on puisse dire.

Idiom 'to say the least'.

I'd rather do something exciting than have a boring evening.

Je préférerais faire quelque chose d'excitant plutôt que de passer une soirée ennuyeuse.

'Rather than' comparison.

He's a brilliant scientist but a boring lecturer.

C'est un scientifique brillant mais un conférencier ennuyeux.

Contrast between professional skill and personality.

The repetitive nature of the task made it boring.

La nature répétitive de la tâche la rendait ennuyeuse.

Subject is a noun phrase.

The film's pacing was so sluggish that it became boring.

Le rythme du film était si lent qu'il en est devenu ennuyeux.

Using 'sluggish' to describe the cause of boredom.

Despite the hype, the exhibition was quite boring.

Malgré le battage médiatique, l'exposition était assez ennuyeuse.

Concession with 'Despite'.

He has a tendency to tell long, boring anecdotes.

Il a tendance à raconter de longues et ennuyeuses anecdotes.

Noun 'tendency' + infinitive.

The architecture in this suburb is depressingly boring.

L'architecture de cette banlieue est d'un ennui déprimant.

Adverb 'depressingly' modifying the adjective.

I found the legal jargon in the contract incredibly boring.

J'ai trouvé le jargon juridique du contrat incroyablement ennuyeux.

Specific noun 'jargon'.

The meeting was boring, but we had to endure it.

La réunion était ennuyeuse, mais nous avons dû la supporter.

Verb 'endure'.

The play was boring, lacking any real emotional depth.

La pièce était ennuyeuse, manquant de toute véritable profondeur émotionnelle.

Participle phrase 'lacking...'.

His life seemed boring to outsiders, but he loved the peace.

Sa vie semblait ennuyeuse aux yeux des autres, mais il aimait le calme.

Contrast between perception and reality.

The sheer banality of the conversation was boring beyond belief.

La banalité pure de la conversation était d'un ennui dépassant l'entendement.

Phrase 'beyond belief'.

She found the repetitive motifs in the music utterly boring.

Elle trouvait les motifs répétitifs de la musique tout à fait ennuyeux.

Noun 'motifs'.

The bureaucratic process was boring and unnecessarily complex.

Le processus bureaucratique était ennuyeux et inutilement complexe.

Adjective pair.

He dismissed the film as a boring attempt at avant-garde art.

Il a rejeté le film comme une tentative ennuyeuse d'art d'avant-garde.

Verb 'dismiss as'.

The landscape was boring, a vast expanse of nothingness.

Le paysage était ennuyeux, une vaste étendue de néant.

Appositive phrase 'a vast expanse...'.

I find the constant pursuit of novelty quite boring after a while.

Je trouve la poursuite constante de la nouveauté assez ennuyeuse après un certain temps.

Abstract subject 'pursuit of novelty'.

The lecture was boring, a mere recitation of well-known facts.

La conférence était ennuyeuse, une simple récitation de faits bien connus.

Noun phrase 'a mere recitation'.

There is nothing more boring than a person who only talks about themselves.

Il n'y a rien de plus ennuyeux qu'une personne qui ne parle que d'elle-même.

Negative comparison.

동의어

dull tedious monotonous uninspiring humdrum bland

반의어

exciting interesting fascinating

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boring job

boring meeting

boring routine

boring task

boring person

boring book

boring movie

dead boring

incredibly boring

utterly boring

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It's boring.

How boring!

A boring life.

Boring as hell.

Nothing boring.

Boring stuff.

Boring details.

Boring old...

Stop being boring.

A bit boring.

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boring vs bored

boring vs board

boring vs bore

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"Boring as watching paint dry"

"Dull as dishwater"

"A total bore"

"Deadly dull"

"Same old, same old"

"Dry as a bone"

"Humdrum existence"

"Mind-numbing"

"Snooze-fest"

"Yawn-inducing"

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warning

Calling a person boring is a personal insult.

distinction

Boring (adjective) vs Bore (verb/noun) vs Boredom (noun).

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Saying 'I am boring' when you mean 'I am bored'.
Using 'boring' for everything instead of more specific synonyms.
Confusing 'boring' with the noun 'boredom'.
Overusing 'very boring' in formal writing.
Mispronouncing the 'ng' ending too harshly.

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The -ing Rule

Remember that -ing adjectives like 'boring' describe the source of the feeling.

Be Specific

Instead of always using 'boring,' try 'tedious' for long tasks or 'monotonous' for repetitive sounds.

Politeness

Avoid calling people boring to their face; it's quite rude.

Show, Don't Tell

In writing, describe the details that make something boring rather than just using the word.

Snooze-fest

Use 'snooze-fest' to describe a movie or event that was so boring it could make you sleep.

Formal Alternatives

Use 'prosaic' or 'unstimulating' in academic papers.

Tone Matters

The way someone says 'boring' often tells you more than the word itself.

The Drill Mnemonic

Think of a drill boring a hole—it's slow and repetitive.

Intensifiers

Use 'utterly' or 'incredibly' to add strength to the word.

Slow Living

Understand that 'boring' isn't always bad in the context of a peaceful life.

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A bor-ing thing makes me a bor-ed person.

어원

From the verb 'bore' (to pierce), later meaning to weary by tedious iteration.

문화적 맥락

'Boring' can be used as a noun for a person: 'He's a right bore.'

'Basic' is a slang term for someone who is boringly conventional.

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"What's the most boring movie you've ever seen?"

"Do you think history is boring?"

"How do you deal with a boring job?"

"Is there a 'boring' task you actually enjoy?"

"Who is the most boring character in literature?"

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Describe a time you were stuck in a boring situation.

What makes a person boring to you?

Write about a 'boring' day that was actually very peaceful.

How has technology changed what we find boring?

If you had to do one boring task forever, what would it be?

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Boring describes the thing that causes the feeling (e.g., a boring book). Bored describes the person who has the feeling (e.g., I am bored).

Yes, if you find their personality or stories uninteresting, you can say they are a boring person.

Usually, yes. It implies a lack of interest or excitement. However, in some contexts, a 'boring' life can mean a peaceful one.

Common synonyms include dull, tedious, monotonous, and uninteresting.

You can use it before a noun ('a boring movie') or after a verb like 'is' ('the movie is boring').

It is a neutral word used in both formal and informal English, though more specific words are often preferred in formal writing.

The most common opposites are interesting, exciting, and fascinating.

It is an informal way to say something is extremely boring.

You can, but it means you are an uninteresting person. If you mean you have nothing to do, say 'I am bored'.

It can be the present participle of the verb 'to bore' (e.g., 'He is boring a hole in the wall'), but it is most commonly used as an adjective.

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