DEPRESSES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Verb

press down

Example: Depress the space key

Part of speech: Verb

cause to drop or sink

Example: The lack of rain had depressed the water level in the reservoir

Part of speech: Verb

lower someone's spirits

Example: make downhearted; These news depressed her; The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her

Part of speech: Verb

lower (prices or markets)

Example: The glut of oil depressed gas prices

Part of speech: Verb

lessen the activity or force of

Example: The rising inflation depressed the economy

Dismay, Cast down, Get down, Demoralise, Depress