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Meaning of sigh
The primary meaning of the word "sigh" is a deep breath expressing sadness, relief, or fatigue.
Etymology of sigh
The word "sigh" originated from Old English "sīgan", which is also related to the Old Norse "sía" and the Dutch "zuchten", all of which are imitative of the sound of a deep breath
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century, initially to describe the sound of a deep breath, and later to express emotions such as sadness, relief, or fatigue
Synonyms
moan
groan
murmur
whimper
whine
lament
mourn
bemoan
lamentation
sob
weep
wail
cry
keen
mournful sound
exhalation
breath
expiration
gasp
puff
blowing
blowing out
whisper
whispering
soft voice
low voice
muted voice
muffled voice
stifled voice
subdued voice
quiet voice
hushed tone
gentle hum
soft murmur
faint sound
low murmur
muted sound
stifled sound
subdued sound
quiet sound
hushed sound
gentle sound
soft sound
weak sound
feeble sound
languid sound
listless sound
sluggish sound
torpid sound
lethargic sound
Definitions
- A deep breath expressing sadness, relief, or fatigue, typically characterized by a prolonged exhalation of breath
- A feeling of deep regret, sadness, or disappointment
- A sound, especially a low, murmuring sound, made by the wind or a flowing liquid
Usage Examples
- She let out a deep sigh as she realized she had forgotten her keys at home
- The old man sighed as he looked out at the ruined landscape
- The wind made a soft sigh as it blew through the trees
- After finishing the difficult task, he let out a sigh of relief