Pronunciation

/sɔːˈroʊ/

Definitions

• Noun: A deep emotional pain or sadness over loss, disappointment, or regret. (adj) causing sorrow; mournful. (v) to feel or express sorrow or grief.
• Adjective: Characterized by sorrow; mournful. (pron) (slang) An expression of sympathy or grief.

Phrases

• “Feeling/expressing deep sorrow” to show profound sadness.
• “A pang of sorrow” a sudden, intense feeling of sadness.
• “Sorrowful memories” recollections that evoke sadness.

Example Sentences

• Noun: She was overcome with sorrow after hearing the news of her grandfather’s passing.
• Adjective: The sorrowful atmosphere filled the room after the funeral.
• Verb: He couldn’t help but sorrow over the loss of his childhood home.

Synonyms

• Grief
• Sadness
• Lamentation
• Mourning
• Despair
• Heartache
• Woe
• Regret

Antonyms

• Happiness
• Joy
• Delight
• Euphoria
• Contentment