Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melancholy-mood
noun
/ˈmelənˌkälē/
Definition
A feeling of deep sadness or gloom, often without an obvious cause.
Examples
- After the long rainy season, she found herself in a melancholy mood, reminiscing about brighter days.
- His poetry often captures the essence of a melancholy mood, reflecting on lost love and missed opportunities.
Meaning
Melancholy is a state of reflective sadness and has been described as a quiet, profound sorrow that can linger for extended periods.
Synonyms
- sorrow
- sadness
- gloom
- wistfulness
- dejection
