sigh

[saɪ]

sigh Definition

• 1. to let out a deep breath audibly, expressing sadness, tiredness, or relief
• 2. the act or sound of sighing

Using sigh: Examples

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

• Example

  She sighed heavily and looked at her watch.

• Example

  He sighed with relief when he saw the test results.

• Example

  The wind sighed through the trees.

• Example

  I couldn't help but sigh at the sight of the beautiful sunset.

sigh Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sigh

• exhale
• gasp
• puff
• wheeze
• breathe out

Antonyms for sigh

• laugh
• chuckle

Phrases with sigh

• sigh of relief

  an audible exhalation expressing relief from stress or tension

  Example

  She breathed a sigh of relief when she heard that her flight was not cancelled.

• sigh for

  a deep longing or yearning for something or someone

  Example

  He let out a sigh for his lost love.

• sigh over

  to express regret or disappointment about something

  Example

  She sighed over the missed opportunity to study abroad.

Origins of sigh

from Old English 'sīcan', meaning 'to sigh'

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Summary: sigh in Brief

The verb 'sigh' [saɪ] means to audibly exhale deeply, often expressing sadness, tiredness, or relief. It can also refer to the act or sound of sighing. Examples include 'She sighed heavily and looked at her watch.' and 'He sighed with relief when he saw the test results.' Phrases include 'sigh of relief,' expressing relief from stress or tension, and 'sigh for,' expressing deep longing or yearning.