Definition

Feeling sad or sorrowful, often due to a loss or disappointment.

Example

After hearing the bad news, she felt heavyhearted for days.

Conversation

I’ve been feeling really heavyhearted lately.

I’m sorry to hear that. What’s been bothering you?

Just some personal stuff, you know?

If you want to talk about it, I’m here for you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heavyhearted → It is formed from "heavy" (from Old English "hefig", meaning having great weight) and "hearted" (from "heart", which comes from Old English "heorte", meaning the organ that pumps blood and metaphorically represents emotions). The word "heavyhearted" describes a state of feeling weighed down by sorrow or grief, as if one's heart is burdened.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling 'weighed down' ('heavy') in your emotions ('hearted') — that's what heavyhearted means.

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