sorrow
/ˈsɔɹoʊ/noun
A deep feeling of sadness or grief.
Example sentence
- “Her eyes were full of sorrow at the funeral.”
Literary and weighty; in everyday speech people say 'sadness' or 'grief'. Common in the phrase 'to my great sorrow'.
Related words
passionA very strong feeling or intense emotion, such as deep love or fierce hatred.delightA feeling of great pleasure or happiness.gratitudeA feeling of thankfulness toward someone for their kindness or help.tensionThe state of being stretched or pulled tight by forces working against each other.ecstaticFeeling overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement.courageThe strength to face your fear and do things that frighten you.