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Meaning of the word grief in English

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grief

US /ɡriːf/
UK /ɡriːf/
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Noun

1.

deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death

Example:
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She was overcome with grief after the loss of her husband.
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The family is still dealing with their grief.
Synonym:
sorrow misery anguish distress heartache
2.

trouble or annoyance

Example:
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He's been giving me a lot of grief lately.
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The old car gave him constant grief.
Synonym:
trouble annoyance vexation bother hassle
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