English · Emotions & Feelings
sorrow
ˈsɒroʊ
[ˈsɒroʊ]
a feeling of deep sadness
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Mental suffering caused by loss, disappointment, or regret.
Example
His eyes were full of sorrow.
His eyes were full of sorrow.
Etymology
From Old English 'sorg' meaning 'grief, regret'.
How & Where It’s Used
A more literary word for deep sadness.