depression

If someone has depression, they have a condition which makes them very sad and makes it very hard for them to imagine being happy later.

Example: After Suzie's dog passed away, she fell into a depression for six months.

A depression is when a person's feelings are very sad and unhappy.

Example: John had a small depression after he lost the tennis match, but in two weeks he was back to normal.

A depression is a low point on a surface.

Example: There was a small depression in the ground where the rock had been.

A depression is when the economy slows down by a lot.

Example: The business community is worried that the oil problems could lead to a depression.