Word Comparison

Sad

vs

Depressed

/sæd/·/dɪˈpɹɛst/

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Quite different — distinct meanings

📖 Definitions

Sad

verb

To make melancholy; to sadden or grieve (someone).

Depressed

verb

To press down.

Also: To make depressed, sad or bored.

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