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/dɪˈprɛs/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To make (someone) feel despondent or dejected.
The news of the layoffs began to depress the entire staff.
To reduce the value, activity, or quality of something.
The economic downturn is likely to depress consumer spending.
To push or pull (something) down to a lower position.
He had to depress the lever to start the machine.
To decrease or lower the intensity of something, such as a feeling, reaction, or physical state.
The medication can depress the central nervous system.
Etymology
From Latin 'deprimere', meaning 'to press down'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
depressing news
bad news that causes a feeling of sadness
depressing thoughts
thoughts that lead to feelings of sadness or low mood
press to depress
to apply pressure to lower something
Related Words
depression
a state of mental health characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest.
depressive
relating to or characterized by depression.
depressed
in a state of general unhappiness or despondency.
Slang Meanings
to bring someone down
That movie was so sad, it really depressed me.
feeling blue
I've been feeling blue lately, just really depressed.