verb
1.
Synonyms: lower 3, couch, demit, droop, let down, sink
2.
to lower in spirit or mood
the thought of all his debts depressed him
Synonyms: oppress, press, sadden, weigh down
Related Word: ail, distress, trouble; afflict, torment, try; contrist, deject, discourage, dishearten, dispirit; bother, disturb, perturb, upset
Contrasted words: delight, gladden, gratify, please, rejoice; excite, inspire, stimulate; brighten, cheer up, encourage; buoy, elevate
Antonyms: elate, exhilarate; cheer