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- /ɡriːf/
- /ɡriːf/
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- US Pronunciation
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- /ɡriːf/
Definition of griefs word
- noun griefs Plural form of grief. 1
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Parts of speech for Griefs
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
griefs popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 62% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
griefs usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for griefs
noun griefs
- pains — physical suffering or distress, as due to injury, illness, etc.
- woes — grievous distress, affliction, or trouble: His woe was almost beyond description.
- agonies — extreme and generally prolonged pain; intense physical or mental suffering.
- discomforts — Plural form of discomfort.
- worries — to torment oneself with or suffer from disturbing thoughts; fret.
Antonyms for griefs
noun griefs
- advantages — A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position.
- cheers — a drinking toast
- comforts — things that make life easier and more pleasant
- contentments — Plural form of contentment.
- healths — the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor: good health; poor health.
See also
Matching words
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