Grief

Meaning

deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death; trouble or suffering

Deep sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

Example Sentences

The family was overwhelmed with grief after losing their beloved pet.

She was overcome with grief after her father's passing.

Example Expressions

Good grief

Synonyms

sorrow, anguish, sadness, mourning, heartbreak

Entry 1

sorrow, anguish, sadness, mourning

Entry 2

sorrow, sadness, anguish, heartbreak, mourning

Antonyms

joy, happiness, elation, celebration, delight

Entry 1

joy, happiness, elation, celebration

Entry 2

joy, happiness, delight

Collocations

overcome grief, deep grief, grief counseling, grief and sorrow, grief over loss

Entry 1

overcome grief, deep grief, grief counseling

Entry 2

deep grief, grief and sorrow, grief over loss