depression — a mental condition characterized by feelings of severe despondency and dejection
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a mental condition characterized by feelings of severe despondency and dejection
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈpreʃən/
Example Sentences
- My bank account is in such a depression, even my credit card feels sorry for it.
- The therapy sessions helped him overcome his depression gradually.
- During the economic depression, even McDonald's started accepting IOUs.
depression
NOUN[/dɪˈpreʃən/]
a mental condition characterized by feelings of severe despondency and dejection
He sank into depression, unable to leave his bed for days.
Depression fades as expression returns through each healing session.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Depression derives from Latin deprimere, meaning 'to press down' or 'to push down'. The term evolved metaphorically to describe states of being pressed down or lowered, applied to both psychological conditions and economic downturns where activity or mood sinks below normal levels.
Breakdown
de- (down, away) + premere (to press, push) + -ion (act or result of). The Latin verb deprimere combines these elements to literally mean 'to press down', which extended into figurative uses for mental and economic conditions.
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📝Examples
“My bank account is in such a depression, even my credit card feels sorry for it.”
“The therapy sessions helped him overcome his depression gradually.”
“During the economic depression, even McDonald's started accepting IOUs.”
“The small depression in the pillow showed where his head had been.”
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