Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sorrow

noun
[suh-roh]
Definition
A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune.
Examples
  • She felt a deep sorrow after losing her pet.
  • His heart was filled with sorrow when he heard the news.
  • Finding comfort in friends helped ease his sorrow.
Meaning
Sorrow refers to a profound sadness that usually arises from pain, grief, or regret.
Synonyms
  • grief
  • sadness
  • heartache
  • lamentation
  • woe