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Meaning of sorrow
A feeling of deep sadness or regret
Etymology of sorrow
The word "sorrow" originates from Old English "sorg" and "sorh", which are derived from Proto-Germanic "surgo" and Proto-Indo-European "wer-", both meaning "to afflict" or "to trouble"
Historically, the word has been used to express a range of negative emotions, from mild disappointment to intense grief and bereavement
Synonyms
grief
sadness
regret
mourning
melancholy
unhappiness
despair
despondency
desolation
heartache
heartbreak
anguish
woe
misery
pain
distress
affliction
suffering
torment
agony
sorrowfulness
gloom
doom
dejection
depression
hopelessness
desperation
bleakness
dreariness
dismalness
somberness
mournfulness
lamentation
bereavement
sorrowing
Definitions
- A feeling of deep sadness, regret, or upset, typically caused by a difficult or unhappy experience
- * A state of mind or feeling, such as sadness, grief, or regret, in response to a particular situation or event
Usage Examples
- The news of her mother's passing filled her with sorrow and grief
- * He felt a deep sense of sorrow and regret for his past mistakes
- * The sorrow in her eyes was palpable as she reflected on the loss of her loved one
Antonyms
joy
happiness
delight
pleasure
cheer
cheerfulness
optimism
hope
elation
euphoria
bliss
contentment
satisfaction
relief
comfort
solace
tranquility
serenity
calmness
peacefulness
gladness
jubilation
ecstasy
thrill
exhilaration
enthusiasm