Cool MateMeaning of Grief
a very sad feeling, especially when somebody dies
In simple words: Deep sadness caused by loss.
Grief in a sentence
- She felt overwhelming grief after the loss of her beloved pet.
- The community came together to share their grief over the tragedy.
- Grief can manifest in many ways, including sadness, anger, or numbness.
- He struggled with grief after losing his job unexpectedly.
- Her profound grief made it difficult to focus on daily tasks.
How to use Grief
Use 'grief' in both formal and informal contexts when discussing loss. It’s appropriate in discussions about death, relationship breakups, or major life changes. Avoid using it lightly or jokingly.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'grief' like 'grip' — it grips your heart when you lose someone.
Related words
Collocations with Grief
Common mistakes with Grief
- Confusing 'grief' with 'grieve' as they have different grammatical roles.
- Using 'grief' in inappropriate contexts, such as casual conversation where a heavy emotional topic is not expected.
Grief appears in
Grief in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
Grief
Deep sadness caused by loss.
- Bengaliবাংলা
শোক
কোনো কিছু হারানোর কারণে গভীর দুঃখ।
- GermanDeutsch
Trauer
Tiefe Traurigkeit wegen eines Verlusts.
- SpanishEspañol
Pena
Tristeza profunda causada por una pérdida.
- Persianفارسی
غم، اندوه
اندوه عمیق ناشی از فقدان.
- FrenchFrançais
Chagrin, Deuil
Tristesse profonde causée par une perte.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शोक
किसी नुकसान के कारण गहरा दुख।
- ItalianItaliano
Dolore, Lutto
Profonda tristezza causata da una perdita.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Luto
Tristeza profunda causada por uma perda.
- RussianРусский
Горе
Сильная печаль из-за потери.
- Urduاردو
صدمہ، غم
کسی نقصان کی وجہ سے گہرا دکھ۔
- Chinese中文
悲伤, 哀痛
因失去而产生的深深的悲伤。
More words like Grief
- Sorrow
- Sadness
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- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Grief
What does Grief mean?
Deep sadness caused by loss.
What is the definition of Grief?
a very sad feeling, especially when somebody dies
How do you use Grief in a sentence?
She felt overwhelming grief after the loss of her beloved pet.
Can you give another example of Grief?
The community came together to share their grief over the tragedy.
What are synonyms for Grief?
Common alternatives include sorrow, mourning, sadness, heartache, anguish.
What is the opposite of Grief?
Opposite meanings include joy, happiness.
What words go with Grief?
It commonly pairs with deep, great, inconsolable, be consumed by, be consumed with, be overcome by, counselling/counseling, counsellor/counselor, process, grief at, grief for, grief over, a feeling of grief, a sense of grief.
What are common mistakes when using Grief?
Confusing 'grief' with 'grieve' as they have different grammatical roles. Using 'grief' in inappropriate contexts, such as casual conversation where a heavy emotional topic is not expected.
How do you pronounce Grief?
US: /["/ɡriːf/"]/, UK: /["/ɡriːf/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Grief?
Use 'grief' in both formal and informal contexts when discussing loss. It’s appropriate in discussions about death, relationship breakups, or major life changes. Avoid using it lightly or jokingly.
What CEFR level is Grief?
"Grief" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.