Basic Details
Word: Depressed
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Feeling very sad or down for a long time; having a low mood.
Synonyms: Sad, gloomy, despondent
Antonyms: Happy, joyful, cheerful
Idioms and Phrases
- Down in the dumps: Feeling sad or unhappy. Example: "She was down in the dumps after losing her favourite toy."
- Having a cloud over your head: Feeling sad or depressed. Example: "He felt like he had a cloud over his head after hearing the disappointing news."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After his pet passed away, he felt really depressed and didn't want to play with his friends.
Example 2: The gloomy weather made her feel even more depressed than usual.
Example 3: It's important to talk to someone if you're feeling depressed, so they can help you feel better.
Fun Fact
The word "depressed" comes from the Latin word "depressus," meaning "pressed down." It reflects the feeling of being weighed down by sadness.
Famous Quote
"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." Nelson Mandela
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "depressed" mean?
a) Feeling energetic
b) Feeling very sad
c) Feeling excited
d) Feeling confused
Answer: b) Feeling very sad
2. Which of these is a synonym of "depressed"?
a) Happy
b) Gloomy
c) Cheerful
d) Excited
Answer: b) Gloomy
3. Which sentence uses "depressed" correctly?
a) She was depressed after the joyful celebration.
b) The depressed child laughed at the funny joke.
c) He felt depressed because it was raining all week.
d) They were depressed while playing in the park.
Answer: c) He felt depressed because it was raining all week.
4. Which idiom means feeling sad or unhappy?
a) Having a cloud over your head
b) Jumping for joy
c) A piece of cake
d) Under the weather
Answer: a) Having a cloud over your head
5. What is the opposite of "depressed"?
a) Sad
b) Angry
c) Happy
d) Tired
Answer: c) Happy
