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brooded

 

[ ˈbruː.dɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

emotional state

Brooded refers to the act of thinking deeply or worrying about something, often in a moody or sullen manner. It suggests a prolonged period of contemplation where one becomes preoccupied with certain thoughts or feelings, which could be linked to sadness or introspection. People may brood over past events, decisions, or relationships, and this state can lead to feelings of anxiety or depression if persisted. The term often implies that the individual is lost in their thoughts, unable to focus on the present.

Synonyms

mope, ponder, wallow

Examples of usage

  • She brooded over her mistakes.
  • He spent the evening brooding about his future.
  • The stormy skies matched his brooding mood.

Translations

Translations of the word "brooded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pensativo

🇮🇳 सोचना

🇩🇪 nachgrübeln

🇮🇩 merenung

🇺🇦 задумуватися

🇵🇱 rozmyślać

🇯🇵 考え込む

🇫🇷 ruminer

🇪🇸 reflexionar

🇹🇷 düşünmek

🇰🇷 생각하다

🇸🇦 تفكر

🇨🇿 přemýšlet

🇸🇰 premýšľať

🇨🇳 沉思

🇸🇮 razmišljati

🇮🇸 hugsa

🇰🇿 ойлану

🇬🇪 აზროვნება

🇦🇿 düşünmək

🇲🇽 reflexionar

Etymology

The word 'brood' comes from the Old English 'brūdan,' which means to sit over or to incubate. Initially used in the context of birds sitting on eggs to hatch them, the meaning has evolved over time. In the 16th century, 'brood' began to encompass emotional connotations, relating to people who are deep in thought or contemplation. This shift reflects the dual aspects of nurturing and preoccupation inherent in the term, signifying both care and an overwhelming sense of worry or melancholy. The evolution of the word captures various human experiences, from the protective nature of a parent to the introspective struggles one might face.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,032, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.