grieve
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for grieve, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To feel deep sorrow, especially after a loss.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use grieve
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French grever ("to burden"), from Latin gravāre — related to "grave" and "grief."
Full origin of grieve →Frequently asked questions
What does “grieve” mean?
The word “grieve” means to feel deep sorrow, especially after a loss. In plain terms, to feel or cause deep sadness, usually connected to loss.
How do you pronounce “grieve”?
“Grieve” is pronounced greev (/ɡɹiːv/ in IPA).
How do you use “grieve” in a sentence?
Here is “grieve” used in a sentence: “She needed time alone to grieve after her mother passed.”
What part of speech is “grieve”?
“Grieve” is a verb.
Where does the word “grieve” come from?
The word “grieve” comes from Latin. From Old French grever ("to burden"), from Latin gravāre — related to "grave" and "grief.".
Is “grieve” a common word?
“Grieve” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “grieve” have?
“Grieve” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to feel deep sorrow, especially after a loss.