Definition

The feeling of deep sadness or sorrow, especially when someone has died.

Example

Her grieving was evident as she attended the memorial service for her friend.

Conversation

I heard you're still grieving the loss of your pet.

Yeah, it's been really tough for me lately.

It's completely normal to feel that way while grieving.

Thanks for understanding; it helps to talk about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To feel deep sadness, especially because someone has died or something has been lost.

Example

She is grieving the loss of her beloved pet.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard you’ve been grieving since your dog passed away.

Yeah, it’s been really tough to handle.

I can imagine how hard that must be for you.

Root Explanation

Grieving → It is formed from "grieve" (from Old French *grever*, meaning to burden or cause sorrow) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "grieving" refers to the process of experiencing sorrow or distress, particularly due to loss.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for burdening someone with sorrow — that's what grieving means, the action of feeling that sorrow.

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