Melancholy
/ˈmelənkəli/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Melancholy
noun
- Black bile, formerly thought to be one of the four "cardinal humours" of animal bodies.
- Great sadness or depression, especially of a thoughtful or introspective nature.
adjective
- Affected with great sadness or depression.
"Melancholy people don't talk much."
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