sorrow

noun

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There are 2 syllables in the word sorrow.

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Definition of sorrow:

sorrow (noun):: an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement.; deep sadness or regret, associated with death or sympathy for another's misfortune; deep distress, sadness, or regret especially for the loss of someone or something loved

Synonyms for sorrow:

affliction

anguish

broken heart

brokenheartedness

distress

grief

heartache

heartbreak

misery

mournfulness

mourning

regret

rue

ruefulness

ruthfulness

sadness

self-pity

sorrowfulness

unhappiness

woe

Antonyms for sorrow:

accomplishment

achievement

advantage

advantageousness

affluence

aid

alleviation

amusement

animation

anticipation

approval

asset

assistance

assuagement

attainment

beatitude

belief

benediction

benefit

blessedness

blessing

bliss

blissfulness

blitheness

bonus

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