Griever: meaning, definitions and examples

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griever

 

[ ˈɡriːvər ]

Context #1

in mourning

A griever is a person who is grieving the loss of someone or something. It is someone who is experiencing deep sorrow, sadness, and pain due to a significant loss.

Synonyms

bereaved, mourner, mournful

Examples of usage

  • The griever couldn't stop crying at the funeral.
  • She was a dedicated griever, mourning the loss of her beloved pet.
  • The griever found solace in sharing memories of the deceased.
  • The support group provided a safe space for grievers to express their emotions.
  • Being a griever is a natural part of the grieving process.
Context #2

expressing sorrow

To grieve is to feel intense sorrow or sadness, especially due to a loss. It involves mourning, lamenting, and experiencing emotional pain.

Synonyms

lament, mourn, suffer

Examples of usage

  • She grieves the passing of her best friend.
  • The family is still grieving the loss of their home in the fire.
  • He grieved over the end of his relationship for months.
  • The nation grieves the loss of a beloved leader.
  • Grieving is a necessary process to heal from loss.

Translations

Translations of the word "griever" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lamentador

🇮🇳 शोककर्ता

🇩🇪 Trauernder

🇮🇩 orang yang berduka

🇺🇦 той, хто сумує

🇵🇱 żałobnik

🇯🇵 悲しむ人

🇫🇷 endeuillé

🇪🇸 doliente

🇹🇷 yas tutan

🇰🇷 슬퍼하는 사람

🇸🇦 حزين

🇨🇿 truchlící

🇸🇰 smútiaci

🇨🇳 悲伤者

🇸🇮 žalujoči

🇮🇸 syrgjandi

🇰🇿 қайғырған адам

🇬🇪 მწუხარე

🇦🇿 matəm keçirən

🇲🇽 doliente

Word origin

The word 'griever' originated from the Middle English word 'grievous' meaning 'causing grief or sorrow'. Over time, it evolved to specifically refer to a person who is experiencing intense sorrow or mourning. The concept of grieving has been a fundamental part of human experience throughout history, with rituals and traditions developed to help individuals cope with loss.

See also: grieving, grievous.