
Depress
Emotional Weight
The word 'depress' can imply a significant emotional burden or sadness.

The gloomy weather seemed to depress the entire team.
Intensity Varies
'Depress' can indicate feelings from mildly discouraged to severely unhappy.

Missing the goal just before the final whistle depressed the players.
Short-Term Effect
When 'depress' is used, the implied unhappiness is often temporary.

His harsh criticism briefly depressed me.
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DampenDecreaseDiminishDiscourageDisheartenLowReduceWeaken
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