noun as in strong fondness

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melancholy, depression, sullen

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Example Sentences

Example:After the breakup, he spent days in melancholy, unable to shake off the feelings of sadness.

Definition:a feeling of sadness, sorrow, or depression

From melancholy

Example:The constant rain had put him in a state of depression, making him feel isolated and gloomy.

Definition:a negative emotional state characterized by sadness, loss of interest, and lack of energy

From depression

Example:He remained sullen for days after the argument, refusing to talk to his family.

Definition:in a moody, sulky, or sullen manner with a feeling of ill-humour

From sullen