weltschmerz [noun]

Definition of weltschmerz:

sadness on thinking about the evils of the world

Synonyms of weltschmerz:

● World-weariness

● Angst

● Apprehension

● Depression

● Dread

● Misgiving

● Nervousness

● Uneasiness


Opposite/Antonyms of weltschmerz:

● Astonishment

● Wonder

● Admiration

● Awe


Sentence/Example of weltschmerz:

A man-to-man touch then on his buttoned epaulet. A middle-aged smile full of Weltschmerz.