B2verbpsychologymoney
US/dɪˈpres/
UK/dɪˈpres/
to make someone feel sad; also to make prices, wages or business activity lower
In context
Rainy weather for weeks can really depress people.
It depresses me to see so much rubbish on the beach.
The new mall may depress sales at small local shops.
Words that go with depress
verb + noun
- depress pricesCheap imports could depress prices for local farmers.
- depress salesBad weather can depress sales at beach resorts.
- depress demandHigh interest rates depress demand for houses.
- depress wagesSome say migration depresses wages.
- depress the economyThe trade war may depress the economy.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The news depressed me down.Correct: The news depressed me.