Cool MateMeaning of Melancholy
A deep, persistent sadness or gloom.
In simple words: A deep feeling of sadness.
Melancholy in a sentence
- He felt overwhelming melancholy after the loss of his childhood home.
- The novel's theme revolved around the melancholy of unfulfilled dreams.
- She painted her emotions, capturing the essence of melancholy in every stroke.
- His eyes reflected a deep melancholy that words couldn't express.
How to use Melancholy
Often used in literary contexts or to describe deep emotional states. Less common in everyday conversation; consider substituting with 'sadness' in casual talks.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Sounds like 'melon-colly' - imagine a sad melon.
Related words
Collocations with Melancholy
- profound melancholy
- feeling of melancholy
- melancholy mood
- state of melancholy
Common mistakes with Melancholy
- Mispronounced; often confused with 'melody'
- Used incorrectly as a verb; 'melancholy' is a noun
- Overused in casual contexts, where simpler words like 'sad' would suffice
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Frequently asked questions about Melancholy
What does Melancholy mean?
A deep feeling of sadness.
What is the definition of Melancholy?
A deep, persistent sadness or gloom.
How do you use Melancholy in a sentence?
He felt overwhelming melancholy after the loss of his childhood home.
Can you give another example of Melancholy?
The novel's theme revolved around the melancholy of unfulfilled dreams.
What are synonyms for Melancholy?
Common alternatives include sadness, sorrow, despondency, gloom, dejection.
What is the opposite of Melancholy?
Opposite meanings include joy, happiness, elation.
What words go with Melancholy?
It commonly pairs with profound melancholy, feeling of melancholy, melancholy mood, state of melancholy.
What are common mistakes when using Melancholy?
Mispronounced; often confused with 'melody' Used incorrectly as a verb; 'melancholy' is a noun Overused in casual contexts, where simpler words like 'sad' would suffice
How do you pronounce Melancholy?
US: //ˈmɛlənˌkɑli//, UK: //ˈmɛlənkəli//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Melancholy formal or informal?
"Melancholy" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Melancholy?
Often used in literary contexts or to describe deep emotional states. Less common in everyday conversation; consider substituting with 'sadness' in casual talks.