Wiktionary:Word of the day/2023/October 10

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Word of the day
for October 10
downcast adj
  1. Of the eyes, a facial expression, etc.: looking downwards, usually as a sign of discouragement, sadness, etc., or sometimes modesty.
  2. Of a person or thing: cast or thrown to the ground.
  3. Of a thing: directed downwards.
  4. (figurative)
    1. Of a person: feeling despondent or discouraged.
    2. Of a person or thing: defeated, overthrown; also, destroyed, ruined. [...]

Today is World Mental Health Day, which is recognized by the United Nations to promote awareness about mental health and to advocate against the stigmatization of people experiencing mental health issues.

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