dysphoria
Translation
dysphoria, unease, dissatisfaction
Examples
She experienced intense dysphoria after the event.
She experienced intense dysphoria after the event.
Gender dysphoria is a recognised medical condition.
Gender dysphoria is a recognized medical condition.
Grammar Patterns
dysphoria a state of unease or generalized dissatisfaction with life She experienced intense dysphoria after the event.
Similar Words
Synonyms: malaise, anxiety, depression, unease; Antonyms: euphoria.
Etymology
From Greek 'dys-' (bad, difficult) + 'pherein' (to bear). Literally means 'difficult to bear'.
Memory Tips
The opposite of euphoria (great happiness). 'Dys-' means bad, 'eu-' means good.