sorrow (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɒrəʊ/

Definition

A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune.

Examples

• The sorrow of parting with a friend can be immense.

• She carried the sorrow of her past mistakes with her.

• He expressed his sorrow at the news of the tragedy.

How to Use sorrow

sorrow for (prepositional phrase)

To feel sadness because of something. — "He expressed his sorrow for the accident."

sorrow over (prepositional phrase)

To feel sadness about a situation or event. — "The nation mourned the sorrow over the king's death."

Synonyms of sorrow

Words with a similar meaning to sorrow:

• sadness
• grief
• woe
• heartache

Antonyms of sorrow

Words with the opposite meaning to sorrow:

• joy
• happiness
• elation

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