Grief: meaning, definitions and examples

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grief

 

[ ษกriหf ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

feeling of deep sorrow

Grief is a natural response to loss, often involving feelings of sadness, longing, and emptiness. It can manifest in various ways, such as crying, anger, or withdrawal from others. Grief is a complex emotion that can impact every aspect of a person's life, including their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Synonyms

heartache, mourning, sadness, sorrow

Examples of usage

  • She was overwhelmed with grief after the death of her beloved pet.
  • The family was united in their grief over the tragic accident.
Context #2 | Verb

to feel or express deep sorrow

To grieve is to experience intense sorrow or mourning, typically in response to a loss or tragedy. It involves processing emotions such as sadness, anger, and disbelief. Grieving is a personal and unique process that can vary greatly from one individual to another.

Synonyms

lament, mourn, suffer, weep

Examples of usage

  • She grieved for weeks after the sudden loss of her job.
  • The community came together to grieve the passing of a beloved member.

Translations

Translations of the word "grief" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น luto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅ‹เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trauer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ duka

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผal

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‚ฒใ—ใฟ (kanashimi)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chagrin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dolor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keder

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šฌํ”” (seulpeum)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฒู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ smutek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ smรบtok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‚ฒไผค (bฤ“ishฤng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพalost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sorg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐัั–ั€ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฌแƒฃแƒฎแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ (mtsukhareba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™dษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dolor

Etymology

The word 'grief' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'gref', meaning 'affliction' or 'sorrow'. It has been used for centuries to describe the deep emotional pain experienced in response to loss. The concept of grief has been explored in various cultures and disciplines, highlighting its universal nature as a human experience.

See also: griefer, griefing, grievance, grieve.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,796, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.