Meaning of the word melancholia in English

What does melancholia mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

melancholia

US /ˌmel.əŋˈkoʊ.li.ə/
UK /ˌmel.əŋˈkəʊ.li.ə/
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Noun

a deep, pervasive, and often unshakeable sadness or gloom, sometimes accompanied by apathy and withdrawal.

Example:
His poetry often reflects a profound sense of melancholia.
She fell into a state of deep melancholia after the loss.