Sorrow: meaning, definitions and examples

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sorrow

 

[ หˆsษ’rษ™สŠ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune

Sorrow is a deep feeling of sadness or grief, often caused by a significant loss or disappointment. It is a profound emotional state that can be overwhelming and difficult to cope with. Sorrow may manifest in tears, melancholy, or a sense of emptiness. It is a universal human experience that can affect people in different ways.

Synonyms

despair, grief, heartache, sadness

Examples of usage

  • I couldn't help but feel overwhelming sorrow at the news of her passing.
  • The sorrow in his eyes was evident as he spoke about his recent breakup.
  • She was consumed by sorrow after the loss of her beloved pet.
Context #2 | Verb

feel or display deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune

To sorrow is to experience or show deep distress or sadness, typically in response to a loss, disappointment, or unfortunate event. It involves feeling intense emotions of grief and sorrow. People may sorrow privately or express their sorrow openly through tears or mourning. Sorrowing is a natural response to painful experiences in life.

Synonyms

grieve, lament, mourn, weep

Examples of usage

  • She sorrowed over the death of her best friend for months.
  • He sorrowed deeply when he realized he had missed his chance for reconciliation.

Translations

Translations of the word "sorrow" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tristeza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅเคƒเค–

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trauer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kesedihan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะผัƒั‚ะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ smutek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‚ฒใ—ใฟ (kanashimi)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tristesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tristeza

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keder

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šฌํ”” (seulpeum)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฒู† (huzn)

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 (mts'ukharba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™dษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tristeza

Etymology

The word 'sorrow' has its origins in Old English 'sorg' which meant 'grief, regret, trouble'. It is related to the Old High German 'sorga' and the Old Norse 'sorg'. The concept of sorrow has been an integral part of human experience throughout history, with literature, art, and music often exploring its profound impact on individuals. Sorrow is a complex emotion that has been a recurring theme in various cultures and traditions.

See also: sorrowful, sorrowfully, sorrowfulness, sorrowing.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,056 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.