sorrow
Translation
sorrow, sadness, grief
Examples
He felt great sorrow after his friend moved away.
He felt great sorrow after his friend moved away.
Her greatest sorrow was not having children.
Her greatest sorrow was not having children.
Grammar Patterns
to feel sorrow She felt great sorrow when her pet died.
a source of sorrow The news was a source of great sorrow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sadness, grief, misery; Antonyms: joy, happiness
Etymology
From Old English 'sorg', meaning 'grief, regret, anxiety'. Related to German 'Sorge' (worry, care).
Memory Tips
The feeling of being 'sorry' for a loss often brings 'sorrow'.