Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

epris

noun
/ˈɛprɪs/
Definition
A term often used to describe a state of emotional or psychological distress, stemming from feelings of hopelessness or isolation.
Examples
  • After the breakup, she was overcome with epris, feeling as though she had lost a part of herself.
  • His poetry often explores themes of epris, highlighting the struggles of the heart.
Meaning
Epris refers to a state of disconnection or sadness that arises when one feels unloved or unwanted.
Synonyms
  • sadness
  • despair
  • melancholy
  • dejection