Synonyms of depress

Antonyms of depress

Collocations of depress

deep sadness
Frequency: 70 %

She was overwhelmed by a deep sadness after the loss of her pet.

overwhelming despair
Frequency: 60 %

The news of the accident filled him with overwhelming despair.

intense melancholy
Frequency: 50 %

The music evoked an intense melancholy in the listeners.

crippling depression
Frequency: 45 %

Her crippling depression made it hard for her to get out of bed.

severe gloom
Frequency: 40 %

The dark clouds overhead added to the severe gloom of the day.

Idiomatic Expressions for depress

  • Phrase: depressing atmosphere
    Meaning: an environment or situation that feels sad, gloomy, or discouraging
    Usage: The funeral had a very depressing atmosphere.