低迷 dīmí blurred (landscape etc)
blurred (landscape etc); low (spirits); in a slump (economy)
How to remember 低迷: 低 low + 迷 bewitch = blurred (landscape etc).
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How it is used
- Sluggish / depressed (economy, market, spirits) - 经济持续低迷 (jīngjì chíxù dīmí) the economy remains in a prolonged slump.
- Business/finance favorite: 市场低迷, 股市低迷. Also low spirits: 情绪低迷.
- Describes a lingering downturn state, whereas 低谷 is the specific bottom point of that state.