melancholy
noun/adjective | /melancholy/
Essential WordsEASY
deep sadness or sorrow
melancholy
noun/adjective | /melancholy/
Essential WordsEASYdeep sadness or sorrow
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Synonyms
sadnessgloomdepression
Antonyms
cheerfulnessjoy
Examples
"A feeling of melancholy filled the quiet room."
"Rainy days often make him feel melancholy."
Etymology
from Greek melas “black” + khole “bile”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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