Question

what is the meaning of the word in bold?
gustave flauberts madame bovary tells the story of emma bovary, a restless wife who tries to escape the tedium and ennui of her provincial life.
a feeling of dissatisfaction or disinterest
a state of grief
a feeling of relaxation and tiredness
an intense or overwhelming emotion

Explanation:

The context notes Emma Bovary is escaping the "tedium and ennui" of provincial life, so ennui aligns with dissatisfaction/disinterest from monotony. Other options do not match the context of escaping dull, unfulfilling daily life.

Answer:

a feeling of dissatisfaction or disinterest