grief grief /ˈgriːf/

noun

1. () Intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)  ( brokenheartedness , heartache , heartbreak , grief )
   intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
     The loss of a loved one brought deep grief and sorrow to the family.
   The loss of a loved one brought deep grief and sorrow to the family.
   
   
2. Something that causes great unhappiness  ( grief , sorrow )
   something that causes great unhappiness
    Her death was a great grief to John
   her death was a great grief to John