Melal

Origin

The word melal is of Arabic origin. It derives from the Arabic root mll, from the verb malla (ملّ), meaning "to become weary" or "to be tired of," and its verbal noun malāl (ملال).

Areas of Use

• ​Literature: Used to convey meanings such as sadness, inner restlessness, sorrow, grief, and pessimism. It is a term expressing spiritual fatigue.
• ​Everyday Language: Preferred to express aimless boredom, weariness, fatigue, distaste, and ennui.