(of a person) In a state of unhappiness or despondency
“I was really depressed and upset about him winning the election, like a lot of people.”
(of an object or part of an object) In a lower position, having been pushed down
“All three models have a depressed handle on the bottom side of the hull.”
Subject to deprivation
“The government made several attempts to encourage investment in depressed areas.”
(of a place or economic activity) Suffering the damaging effects of a lack of demand or employment
“Large areas of the region were depopulated, economic development was severely depressed.”
Lowered in value
“Our analysts are working to ascertain the cause of depressed prices in the market.”
Situated near to, or below, the ground, the horizon, or sea level
Shabby and squalid in nature
Completely overcome or helpless, especially with distress or exhaustion
Boring or severely lacking in interest
Past tense for to make emotionally sad or depressed
“Make a habit of rejecting those thoughts that depress you.”
Past tense for to push steadily downward or against with some force
“If you're using a touchpad or trackball mouse, use your thumb to depress the button to the left of the pad or ball.”
Past tense for to diminish the price, value or amount of
“A rumor of pollution on the local beach is enough to depress the market value of all of the hotels in town.”
Past tense for to inhibit or slow down
“It was prudent to maintain their footing with firmness, and to throw aside every weight having a tendency to depress their progress.”
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