Definition

The state of feeling very sad or unhappy.

Example

Her sorrowfulness was evident in her tear-filled eyes.

Conversation

I felt a wave of sorrowfulness when I heard the news.

Yeah, it's really sad what happened.

It's tough to see so much sorrowfulness in the world sometimes.

I know, but we can also find joy in the little things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sorrowfulness → It is formed from "sorrow" (from Old English *sorg*, meaning grief or sadness) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "sorrowfulness" means the state of being full of sorrow or grief.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sorrow' which means deep sadness, and remember that 'sorrowfulness' describes the state of being filled with that sadness.

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