sighed

Meanings

• Verb

  to breathe out with a audible sound, usually expressing sadness, relief, or disappointment

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Pronunciation

1. /saɪd/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2079754"

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Synonyms

sithe

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sighed
try , lie , sky , spy , tie

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Variants

List of all variants of sighed that leads to same result
sigh , sighed , sigher , sighers , sighing , sighs

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old English sigian, sigian (cause to breathe out, sigh), from sig, sigel (vapour, steam, breath, sigh).

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Trivia

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1. A 'sigh' is not just an audible expression but also a physical one, as it involves the contraction of the diaphragm and the expansion of the chest.

2. In some cultures, a sigh is considered a sign of good luck, while in others it is seen as a sign of misfortune.

3. Did you know that some animals, like elephants, also sigh?

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Related Concepts

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1. Emotion: The feeling or expression of 'sighed' is typically associated with various emotions, such as sadness, disappointment, or relief.

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Culture

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In literature, 'sighed' is often used to convey emotions such as sadness, disappointment, or relief. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', Romeo sighs when he first sees Juliet, expressing his deep longing for her.

How to Memorize "sighed"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone letting out a deep breath with a sigh.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the sound of a sigh with feelings of sadness, relief, or disappointment.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sad Sigh' to remember the meaning of 'sighed'.

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