griefathon (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɡriːfəθɒn/
Definition
A prolonged and intense period of grieving or sadness, often used to describe the emotional aftermath of a significant loss or traumatic event.
Examples
The community came together to support the family during their griefathon after the tragic accident.
Losing her best friend was a griefathon that lasted for months, affecting every aspect of her life.
How to Use griefathon
- go through a griefathon (idiom)
- to experience a prolonged period of grief or sadness — "After the loss, she went through a griefathon that lasted for months."
- have a griefathon (idiom)
- to engage in activities that evoke sadness or melancholy — "He had a griefathon weekend, watching all the sad movies he could find."
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