Depression

C1 16+

Synonyms of depression

Antonyms of depression

Collocations of depression

clinical depression
Frequency: 70 %

She was diagnosed with clinical depression and started therapy.

severe depression
Frequency: 60 %

His severe depression made it difficult for him to get out of bed.

major depression
Frequency: 50 %

She was struggling with major depression and sought help from a psychiatrist.

chronic depression
Frequency: 45 %

His chronic depression required long-term treatment and medication.

postpartum depression
Frequency: 40 %

She experienced postpartum depression after the birth of her second child.

Idiomatic Expressions for depression

  • Phrase: the blues
    Meaning: feelings of sadness or melancholy
    Usage: I've been feeling a bit down lately, just going through the blues.