Definition

An expression used to show sadness or distress.

Example

Wellaway! I can't believe she is leaving us.

Conversation

I just heard that my favorite band is breaking up, wellaway!

Oh no, that’s really sad!

I was looking forward to their concert next month.

That’s a bummer; maybe they’ll change their minds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A cry of sorrow or grief, often expressing deep sadness or regret.

Example

The old song was a wellaway, echoing the pain of lost love.

Conversation

I heard that song about lost love, and it really hit me hard.

Yeah, those kinds of songs always bring out a deep wellaway feeling.

It's amazing how music can capture such emotions, isn't it?

Root Explanation

Wellaway → This word originates from Middle English, combining "well" (meaning in a good or satisfactory manner) and "away" (meaning from this place). The term expresses a lament or exclamation of sorrow, often used to convey a sense of loss or regret.

Memory Tip

Think of expressing something in a 'good' way ('well') and then feeling it 'away' — this helps you remember that 'wellaway' is an exclamation of sorrow or lament.

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