melancholy

noun

UK/ˈmel.əŋ.kɒl.i/
US/ˈmel.əŋ.kɑː.li/

Definitions of melancholy noun

  1. Uncountable(不可數名詞)

    A prolonged state of sadness, often without a clear or identifiable cause.

    憂鬱;憂傷

adjective

UK/ˈmel.əŋ.kɒl.i/
US/ˈmel.əŋ.kɑː.li/

Definitions of melancholy adjective

  1. Characterized by or causing sadness.

    憂鬱的;憂傷的

    • He felt a sense of melancholy on the rainy day.

      他在雨天感到一種憂鬱的情緒。

    • The film is known for its melancholy atmosphere.

      這部電影以其憂鬱的氛圍而聞名。

    • She gazed out the window with a melancholy look.

      她帶著憂鬱的神情凝視著窗外。