melancholic — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

melancholic (ˌmelənˈkɒlɪk)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Emotions & Feelings

🔊 ˌmelənˈkɒlɪk

Meaning

Meaning: deeply and thoughtfully sad

Feeling or expressing a gentle, lasting sadness.

Examples

🗣 The melancholic music made her cry.

Etymology

From Greek ‘melankholia’ meaning ‘black bile’, once thought to cause sadness.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes a thoughtful, lingering sadness.

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Tags: emotion, reflective

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