Desolation and Dolor

Desolation

Desolation noun - A state or spell of low spirits.
Usage example: his desolation after his twin brother died was incurable

Dolor and desolation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Dolor" instead a noun "Desolation".

Dolor

Dolor noun - Deep sadness especially for the loss of someone or something loved.
Usage example: her sad poems grew out of a deep dolor that lasted for months

Desolation and dolor are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Desolation" instead a noun "Dolor".

Nearby Words: dolorous, dolour
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