Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melancholic
adjective
/ˌmɛl.ənˈkɒl.ɪk/
Definition
Feeling or expressing sadness or gloom.
Examples
- After the rain, she felt a melancholic mood settle over her.
- The melancholic music resonated with her feelings of nostalgia.
- His paintings often evoke a melancholic beauty that captivates viewers.
Meaning
Melancholic describes a deep, reflective sadness, often associated with a sense of loss or longing.
Synonyms
- sad
- gloomy
- dejected
- despondent
- woeful
