dɪˈpres.n̪ʊ.ʃən

Definitions

1. noun

A state of low mood and aversion to activity, characterized by sadness, loss of interest, and feelings of inadequacy.

“Her struggles with depression made it difficult for her to maintain a job.”

2. noun

A downward movement of the Earth’s crust, resulting in a sinking of the ground surface, often accompanied by earthquakes and volcanic activity.

“The city was built on a land that was prone to depression caused by tectonic plate movement.”

3. noun

A period of low economic activity, often associated with a decrease in production, employment, and income.

“The country was hit by a deep economic depression that lasted for over a decade.”

4. noun

A low area of the Earth’s surface, often formed by erosion or subsidence, characterized by a lower elevation than the surrounding area.

“The hikers had to navigate through the dense forest to reach the depression in the valley below.”