sorrow

noun
UK: /ˈsɒr.əʊ/
US: /ˈsɑːr.oʊ/

  1. A feeling of great sadness or regret.

    1. Her sorrow was clear to see.
    2. He expressed his deep sorrow at the news of her passing, it was truly sad.

  2. A cause or source of sadness or distress.

    1. The war brought much sorrow.
    2. Financial difficulties were a constant source of sorrow for the family, unfortunately.

Synonyms

grief regret distress anguish
sorrow intransitive-verb

  1. To feel or express grief or sadness.

    1. I sorrow for their loss.
    2. She sorrowed deeply over the loss of her pet, as it was a true friend to her.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sorrow" in English means: A feeling of great sadness or regret., A cause or source of sadness or distress..

The phonetic transcription of "sorrow" is /ˈsɒr.əʊ/ in British English and /ˈsɑːr.oʊ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sorrow": grief, regret, distress, anguish.

Example usage of "sorrow": "Her sorrow was clear to see.". More examples on the page.