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heavyhearted
This term evokes a visceral sensation of emotional weight, suggesting a sadness that is not merely a fleeting mood but a burdensome pressure on the spirit. It is typically used in literary or formal contexts to describe a profound, lingering grief or a sense of reluctance born from sorrow.
While similar to "sad" or "depressed," it carries a specific connotation of solemnity and emotional exhaustion. It often describes the state of someone facing an inevitable loss or reflecting on a tragic past, emphasizing the internal struggle to carry the emotional load.
Meanings
Examples
She felt heavyhearted as she watched the ship disappear over the horizon.
I am heavyhearted to inform you that the project has been cancelled.
The king remained heavyhearted long after the war had ended.
He walked home with a heavyhearted sigh, knowing he would never see her again.
The elf looked upon the ruined forest with a heavyhearted expression.
The elf looked upon the ruined forest with a heavyhearted expression.
I cannot believe I have to leave this place feeling so heavyhearted.
The widow spent her days in a heavyhearted silence.