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Meaning of brooding
The primary meaning of "brooding" is being deeply thoughtful and often worried or unhappy.
Etymology of brooding
The word "brooding" originated in the 15th century, derived from the verb "brood", which is related to the Old English word "brōd", meaning "to sit on eggs" or "to incubate"
Initially, the word was used to describe the act of sitting on eggs to hatch them, but over time, its meaning expanded to include the idea of thinking deeply about something, often with a sense of worry or sadness
Synonyms
contemplative
introspective
melancholic
moody
pensive
somber
sullen
sulky
gloomy
dismal
depressive
mournful
sorrowful
disheartened
despondent
dejected
depressed
unhappy
morose
glum
grim
solemn
serious
thoughtful
reflective
meditative
ruminative
ponderous
deliberate
intentional
Definitions
- Thinking deeply about something, often with a sense of worry or sadness
- * Sitting on eggs to hatch them, typically used to describe birds
Usage Examples
- The artist's brooding nature was reflected in her dark and moody paintings
- * He's been brooding about the loss of his job for weeks
- * The mother bird was brooding over her eggs, keeping them warm and safe
Antonyms
cheerful
happy
joyful
optimistic
carefree
lighthearted
humorous
playful
frivolous
vivacious
lively
enthusiastic
energetic
buoyant
ebullient
effervescent
radiant
beaming
sunny
bright