Depression

Pronunciation: /dɪˈprɛʃən/

Definitions of depression

noun a mental health disorder characterized by persistently low mood and loss of interest or pleasure in activities

Example Sentences

A1 Depression is a feeling of sadness and hopelessness.

A2 She has been struggling with depression for a few months now.

B1 Seeking professional help is important when dealing with depression.

B2 Cognitive behavioral therapy is often recommended for treating depression.

C1 The link between genetics and depression is a complex and ongoing area of research.

C2 Individuals with severe depression may require a combination of therapy and medication for treatment.

Examples of depression in a Sentence

formal Clinical depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

informal I've been feeling really down lately, I think I might be dealing with some depression.

slang I can't seem to shake this funk, I think I'm in a bit of a depression.

figurative The dark clouds of depression hung heavy over her, making it hard to see any light.

Grammatical Forms of depression

• plural: depressions
• comparative: more depressed
• superlative: most depressed
• present tense: depresses
• future tense: will depress
• perfect tense: have depressed
• continuous tense: is depressing
• singular: depression
• positive degree: depressed
• infinitive: to depress
• gerund: depressing
• participle: depressed

Origin and Evolution of depression

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'depression' originated from the Latin word 'deprimere' which means 'to press down'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 14th century to describe a state of being lowered in spirits or feeling dejected, the word 'depression' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings including a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.