A period of low morale or unhappiness (a period of experiencing the above-mentioned state of mind) which lasts longer than several weeks and may include ideation of self-inflicted injury or suicide.
Four consecutive quarters of negative, real GDP growth. See NBER.
A state of mind producing serious, long-term lowering of enjoyment of life or inability to visualize a happy future.
A lowering, in particular a reduction in a particular biological variable or the function of an organ, in contrast to elevation.
A period of major economic contraction.
The act of lowering or pressing something down.
An area that is lower in topography than its surroundings.
An area of lowered air pressure that generally brings moist weather, sometimes promoting hurricanes and tornadoes.
The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
Release from a post or duty, as when replaced by another.
A type of sculpture or other artwork in which shapes or figures protrude from a flat background.
A certain fine or composition paid by the heir of a tenant upon the death of the ancestor.
A lowering of a tax through special provisions; tax relief.
The apparent difference in elevation in the surface of a painting or drawing made noticeable by a variation in light or color.
Aid or assistance offered in time of need.
The removal of stress or discomfort.
The supposed projection of a charge from the surface of a field, indicated by shading on the sinister and lower sides.
Court-ordered compensation, aid, or protection, a redress.
The person who takes over a shift for another.
The difference of elevations on a surface.
Characterized by surface inequalities.
Of or used in letterpress.