MELANCHOLY

Definition

1. adjective characterized by or causing or expressing sadness. — synonyms: melancholic
2. adjective grave or even gloomy in character. — synonyms: somber, sombre
3. noun a feeling of thoughtful sadness.
4. noun a constitutional tendency to be gloomy and depressed.
5. noun a humor that was once believed to be secreted by the kidneys or spleen and to cause sadness and melancholy. — synonyms: black_bile