noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

melancholic, mournful, sorrowful

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Example Sentences

Example:She had a melancholic disposition and often found herself lost in thought.

Definition:Tending to feel or show sorrow or depression; gloomy.

From melancholic

Example:The mournful melody echoed through the empty hall.

Definition:Tending to express or feel sorrow; tragic or sad.

From mournful

Example:His sorrowful eyes met hers, conveying a depth of emotion.

Definition:Feeling or expressing sorrow; sad.

From sorrowful