depressed
- 01 B1 Intermediate
feeling very unhappy and without hope for a long time.
experiencing a state of low spirits, despondency, or lack of hope.
Simple“He felt depressed for several weeks after he lost his job.”
In context“She became increasingly depressed as the winter months dragged on, finding it difficult to maintain her usual social routine.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
suffering from a medical condition that makes you feel very sad and tired.
suffering from clinical depression, a diagnosed mental health disorder characterised by persistent low mood.
Simple“The doctor explained that being depressed is a medical issue that can be treated.”
In context“The study focused on patients who were severely depressed and had not responded to traditional talk therapy.”
Synonymsclinically depressed - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
used to describe a place or business that is not making enough money.
characterised by a lack of economic activity or high unemployment; suffering the effects of a recession.
Simple“The government is trying to bring new jobs to depressed areas of the country.”
In context“The closure of the steel mill left the entire region economically depressed for over a decade.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 04 C1 Advanced
pushed down or lower than the surrounding area.
physically pressed down or situated at a lower level than the surroundings.
Simple“The keyboard has depressed keys that are easier to type on.”
In context“The technician noticed a depressed area on the surface of the wing, suggesting structural damage from the impact.”
“By the next summer, problems in his work had left him feeling anxious, depressed and worthless.”
“A new international study finds that middle-aged Americans are lonelier, more depressed, and experiencing worse memory and health than earlier generations.”
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Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.