sag

/sæɡ/

Definitions

1. verb

to hang or drop down, especially in a loose or limp way

“The fabric began to sag under the weight of the wet clothes.”

2. noun

a downward dip or curve in a line or surface

“The road had a noticeable sag in the middle.”

3. noun

a feeling of weariness or depression

“After the long day, she felt a heavy sag in her mood.”

4. noun

a sagbush or a type of yucca plant

“The hikers had to navigate through a field of sags.”

5. verb

to become less firm or less rigid

“The mattress began to sag after a few years of use.”

Synonyms

  • droop
  • lean
  • slope

Antonyms

  • elevate
  • rise