adjective as in strong fondness

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melancholic, grieving, pensive

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Example Sentences

Example:His melancholic nature was evident in the somber faces he wore during times of celebration.

Definition:Characterized by or displaying sadness and gloom, often in response to long-term or habitual feelings of sadness.

From melancholic

Example:The family was in grief as they prepared to say their final goodbyes to their loved one.

Definition:Feeling or showing grief, usually in response to a loss or death of a loved one.

From grieving

Example:He would go for walks on the beach with a pensive expression, lost in thought.

Definition:Engaged in or given to thoughtful or reflective thought, often while feeling sad or thoughtful.

From pensive