单词	blues
释义	blues noun ˈblüz  plural in form but singular or plural in construction 1 : low spirits : melancholy suffering a case of the blues 2 : a song often of lamentation characterized by usually 12-bar phrases, 3-line stanzas in which the words of the second line usually repeat those of the first, and continual occurrence of blue notes in melody and harmony 3 : jazz or popular music using harmonic and phrase structures of blues Synonyms blue devils dejection depression desolation despond despondence despondency disconsolateness dispiritedness doldrums dolefulness downheartedness dreariness dumps forlornness gloom gloominess glumness heartsickness joylessness melancholy miserableness mopes mournfulness oppression sadness sorrowfulness unhappiness See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Recent Examples on the Web Stax fostered a raw sound born from Black church music, the blues and rock ‘n’ roll. Adrian Sainz, ajc, 15 Sep. 2022 Groundbreaking young blues visionary Selwyn Birchwood will perform live. Amanda Kondolojy, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Sep. 2022 Deep teal walls showcase jewel-tone yellows, pinks, and blues in this playful boho-style bedroom. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2022 Featuring live songs from the era by San Francisco legendary jazz and blues vocalist Kim Nalley. Esther Mobley, San Francisco Chronicle, 14 Sep. 2022 The latter, the earliest surviving version of what’s perhaps Reed’s defining song, is delivered here solo, a talking blues fingerpicked on acoustic guitar with what seems purposeful imprecision. Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2022 The song, written by Billy Page, was a Top 20 hit for Gray, a rhythm-and-blues singer. Matt Schudel, Washington Post, 13 Sep. 2022 The whimsigoth of today emphasizes rich textures (velvet, lace, leather), bold colors (ruby reds, shimmering purples, cosmic blues), and plenty of jewelry, layering each element like brushstrokes in a Millais painting. Jake Smith, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2022 Troy Smith reports that the Black Keys of 20 years ago, made up of guitarist/lead singer Dan Auerbach and drummer Patrick Carney’s noisy blues explorations only fit for a grimy basement, is long gone. Cliff Pinckard, cleveland, 12 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology blue devils First Known Use 1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing blues rhythm and blues singing the blues the blues postpartum blues rhythm and blues singing the blues the blues postpartum blues Kids Definition blues noun plural ˈblüz  1 : low spirits He was suffering from the blues. 2 : a style of music that was created by African-Americans and that expresses feelings of sadness Medical Definition blues noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction ˈblüz  : low spirits : melancholy blues plural noun as in sadness a state or spell of low spirits failing the driving test gave me the blues for the rest of the day Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance sadness sorrowfulness melancholy depression mournfulness gloom sorrow grief anguish gloominess glumness misery dreariness oppression blue devils dumps unhappiness dejection doldrums miserableness mourning heartsickness downheartedness mopes agony despair joylessness desperation melancholia pain disconsolateness forlornness boredom dispiritedness dolefulness despondence despondency distress despond desolation somberness woe regret dolor ennui discouragement hopelessness moroseness self-pity moodiness disheartenment woefulness wretchedness drear morbidness morosity tedium dismalness self-despair rue Antonyms & Near Antonyms joy exuberance bliss ecstasy heaven joyousness happiness euphoria intoxication rapture jubilation joyfulness exhilaration elation exultation optimism cheerfulness glee mirth gaiety humor jollity gayety gladness cheeriness felicity merriment rapturousness joviality elatedness blissfulness lightheartedness cheer contentment gayness content hopefulness sunniness satisfaction gleefulness mirthfulness gladsomeness contentedness delight gratification See More
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