Melancholy

noun

/ˈmelənkəli/

Word Frequency: 5.0

Definitions

1.nounBlack bile, formerly thought to be one of the four "cardinal humours" of animal bodies.

2.nounGreat sadness or depression, especially of a thoughtful or introspective nature.

3.adjectiveAffected with great sadness or depression.

"Melancholy people don't talk much."

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