depressed
UK: dɪˈprest | US: dɪˈprest
adj. feeling sad and without hope
adj. (of a place or economy) suffering from low activity or lack of growth
vt. (past tense of depress) to make someone feel unhappy or hopeless
The word depressed originates from the Latin deprimere ("to press down"), combining de- (down) and premere (to press). It initially described physical pressure (e.g., "pressed down") but evolved metaphorically in the 17th century to describe emotional or economic decline. The psychological sense emerged in the 19th century, reflecting the "weight" of sadness.
She felt deeply depressed after losing her job.
The region's economy remains depressed due to lack of investment.
His criticism depressed her enthusiasm for the project.
The rainy weather made everyone feel depressed.
The doctor diagnosed him with clinically depressed mood.