👉 Dufferdom is a concept in literature and philosophy, particularly in the works of Charles Dickens. It refers to the sense of being lost or devoid of purpose, often described as "dormant," which could be interpreted as meaning that one's life lacks direction or purpose. Dufferdom can also refer to a state of unfulfilled desires or aspirations, which is often associated with the idea of "dormant ambition" in Dickens' work.