Experiencing deep sorrow and emotional pain following a significant loss, such as death of a loved one or end of an important relationship. Represents a natural healing process through sadness.
From Old French 'grever' (to burden, afflict), from Latin 'gravare' (to make heavy), related to 'gravis' (heavy). The word suggests that sorrow literally weighs down the spirit, making life feel heavy and difficult.
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