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trauma - A deeply distressing or disturbing experience, especially one with lasting emotional impact; a psychological or emotional wound, often resulting from an intense or life-threatening event.

Childhood trauma can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental health

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sob - Cry noisily, making loud, convulsive gasps

Nicole sobbed when her mother told her she was taking her toys away.

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inconsolable - So sad that a person cannot be comforted

Bob was inconsolable when he lost all his money at the gambling casino.

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despair - Having no hope that things will get better.

Alan sank into a despair that he could not overcome by himself, so he went to a therapist.

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loner - A person who does not conform to social norms or seek companionship.

He was always a loner, choosing to read books instead of joining group activities.

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chagrin - Being unhappy and disappointed as a result of a failure or mistake

Paul felt chagrin when he missed the field goal that would have won the football game.

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frown - To lower the edges of one's mouth as an expression of displeasure or unhappiness

Roberta frowned when she found out she wasn't getting a raise.

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sniveling - Tending to cry or complain a lot in a way that annoys people

Hannah's mother was frequently embarrassed by her sniveling attitude which always brought unwanted attention.

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sulk - To be silent, morose, and bad-tempered out of annoyance or disappointment

Charlotte sulked in silence when her mother told her she couldn't go outside to play.

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gloomy - Unhappy and without hope

Because he grew up as a poor and lonely orphan, Bill had to work very hard to get out of his gloomy moods where he only expected the worst to happen.

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wail - Give a cry of pain, grief, or anger

The baby wailed loudly while her mother changed her diaper.

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troubling - Causing worry, distress, or concern.

It’s troubling how quickly misinformation spreads online.