sighed

[saɪd]

sighed Definition

emit a long, deep audible breath expressing sadness, relief, tiredness, or a similar feeling.

Using sighed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sighed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She sighed and looked out the window.

  • Example

    He sighed with relief when he heard the news.

  • Example

    The old man sighed heavily and closed his eyes.

  • Example

    She sighed deeply and shook her head.

sighed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sighed

Antonyms for sighed

Phrases with sighed

  • an exhalation expressing relief from a stressful or difficult situation

    Example

    She let out a sigh of relief when she saw that her car was still there.

  • an exhalation expressing satisfaction or happiness

    Example

    The cat let out a sigh of contentment as it curled up on the warm blanket.

  • an exhalation expressing acceptance of an unpleasant or difficult situation

    Example

    He let out a sigh of resignation and started to pack his things.

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Summary: sighed in Brief

The verb 'sighed' [saɪd] means to emit a long, deep audible breath expressing sadness, relief, tiredness, or a similar feeling. It can be used in various contexts, such as 'She sighed and looked out the window.' or 'He sighed with relief when he heard the news.' The phrase 'sigh of relief' denotes an exhalation expressing relief from a stressful or difficult situation.