Definition

A person who lets out a long breath, often expressing sadness, relief, or frustration.

Example

After hearing the bad news, she became a sigher, letting out a deep sigh.

Conversation

Have you noticed how often John is a sigher?

Yeah, it's like he can't go a minute without sighing about something.

I wonder what makes him sigh so much, it seems kind of stressful.

Maybe he just needs to vent a little more often.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sigher' originates from Old English 'sīgan', meaning to sigh or to breathe out heavily. It refers to the act of expressing a deep emotional response through a sound made by exhaling.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'sīgan' which means to breathe out heavily — that's why 'sigher' relates to expressing emotions through a sigh.

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