Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grieve-the-loss-of
phrase
/ɡriːv ðə lɒs əv/
Definition
To experience deep sorrow or distress due to the death or departure of someone dear.
Examples
- After her grandfather passed away, she needed time to grieve the loss of his presence in her life.
- Communities often come together to support those who are grieving the loss of a beloved local figure.
- He found it difficult to grieve the loss of his childhood friend, as they had shared countless memories together.
Meaning
It refers to the emotional process that individuals go through when someone they love passes away, often characterized by sadness, mourning, and a sense of personal loss.
Synonyms
- mourn
- lament
- sorrow
- weep
- bereave
